Solar still
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Performance and Exergy Loss Analysis for a Single Slope Solar Still Using PMMA
Abstract: A solar still constructed using polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) represents an improved approach to solar desalination, in which conventional materials such as metal or concrete are substituted or reinforced with PMMA- based composites PMMA sheets are often used as the transparent glazing cover of the solar still instead of glass. It allows maximum solar radiation to pass into the basin, heating the saline/brackish water effectively. A tubular solar still made from …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 799–807 Read article
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Study on Single-Slope Solar Still for Experimental and Data-Driven Analysis for Improving Productivity with Different Basin Materials.
Abstract: This study investigates the single-slope solar still under the diurnal variation of water temperature and distillate yield under identical operating conditions. Experimental analysis was conducted to evaluate the performance enhancement through the incorporation of natural basin materials, namely hemp and sand. The water distillation process is focused on improving potable water productivity and thermal behaviour. The inclusion of hemp and sand in the basin leads to noticeable differences in productivity …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 31–46 Read article
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Modification In Technology of Solar Water Distillation for Improving Performance Through Design of Rotating Cylinder
Abstract: A solar still uses sunlight to turn salty or dirty water into clean drinking water by evaporation and condensation. It is one of the best solutions for drinking water shortages and environmental issues, as well as being affordable and friendly to the ecosystem. The primary issue with using traditional solar power is still how inefficient it is. Prominent goal of experiment is to do alteration in existing solar still. A …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 398–404 Read article
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Comparative Investigation of Solar Still by Varying Basin Water Depth and Integrating Energy Storage Material and Steel Wool Fibre
Abstract: The main obstacle to human life in the modern age was the unequal distribution of drinking water on Earth. The demand for drinking water is increasing due to population growth and industrial exploitation, while supply levels are essentially unchanged. Because of its simplicity in construction, techno-economic advantages, and environmental friendliness, solar energy is still regarded as one of the best methods for turning saline into potable water. The main disadvantage …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Comparative 3E Analysis of Semi-Cylindrical Solar Still and Double-Slope Solar Still
Abstract: Potable clean water is the prime requirement for the human being. There is an urgent requirement to shift to the non-conventional method of water desalination. Solar desalination is one of the economical methods that has no adverse effect on the environment due to environmental constraints and climate change. Experiments have been performed to find out the performance of SCSS (semi-cylindrical solar still with iron wick) and DSSS (double-slope solar still …
Published in International Journal of Energy and Thermal Applications · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 08–16 Read article