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Research Papers

Heliostat Operation at the Central Receiver Test Facility, 1978–1980

J. T. Holmes

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 133–138. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266293

Abstract

View articletitled, Heliostat Operation at the Central Receiver Test Facility, 1978–1980

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Topics: Test facilities , Maintenance , Mirrors , Reflectance , Solar energy

Operation and Performance of the Solar Steam System at the Johnson & Johnson Plant in Sherman, Texas

D. F. Brink, S. B. Youngblood

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 139–145. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266294

Abstract

View articletitled, Operation and Performance of the Solar Steam System at the Johnson & Johnson Plant in Sherman, Texas

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Topics: Solar energy , Steam , Boilers , Manufacturing , Heat , Parabolic troughs , Water

Room Temperature Molten Salt Electrolytes for Photoelectrochemical Applications

K. Rajeshwar, P. Singh, J. DuBow

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 146–152. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266295

Abstract

View articletitled, Room Temperature Molten Salt Electrolytes for Photoelectrochemical Applications

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Topics: Electrolytes , Temperature , Gallium arsenide , Carbon , Electrodes , Stability , Aluminum , Capacitance , Density , Electron transport

A Jet Condenser for Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion

H. J. Richter, G. B. Wallis

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 153–157. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266296

Abstract

View articletitled, A Jet Condenser for Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion

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Topics: Condensers (steam plant) , Ocean thermal energy conversion , Water , Condensation , Exergy , Hydraulic turbines

A Regional Comparison of Solar, Heat Pump, and Solar-Heat Pump Systems

B. E. Manton, J. W. Mitchell

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 158–164. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266297

Abstract

View articletitled, A Regional Comparison of Solar, Heat Pump, and Solar-Heat Pump Systems

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Topics: Pumps , Solar heating , Heat pumps , Solar energy , Furnaces , Cycles , Hot water heating , Potential energy , Solar collectors

Transient Response of Solar Collectors

G. R. Mather, Jr.

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 165–172. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266298

Abstract

View articletitled, Transient Response of Solar Collectors

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Topics: Solar collectors , Transients (Dynamics) , Heat transfer , Fluid dynamics , Differential equations , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Fluids

The Development and Design of Steam/Water Central Solar Receivers for Commercial Application

O. W. Durrant, T. J. Capozzi, R. H. Best

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 173–181. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266299

Abstract

View articletitled, The Development and Design of Steam/Water Central Solar Receivers for Commercial Application

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Topics: Design , Solar energy , Steam , Water , Boilers , Construction , Cycles , Fuels , Heat flux , Heat transfer

A Computer Model to Simulate Solar and Solar-Dehumidification Lumber Drying

W. A. Helmer, P. Y. S. Chen, M. B. Vaidya

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 182–186. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266300

Abstract

View articletitled, A Computer Model to Simulate Solar and Solar-Dehumidification Lumber Drying

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Topics: Computers , Dehumidification , Lumber drying , Solar energy , Lumber , Computer simulation , Fuels , Wood products

Performance of a Cross-Cooled Desiccant Dehumidifier Prototype

W. M. Worek, Z. Lavan

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 187–196. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266301

Abstract

View articletitled, Performance of a Cross-Cooled Desiccant Dehumidifier Prototype

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Topics: Dehumidifiers , Engineering prototypes , Cooling , Cooling systems , Dimensions

Transient Simulation of Absorption Machines

D. K. Anand, R. W. Allen, B. Kumar

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 197–203. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266302

Abstract

View articletitled, Transient Simulation of Absorption Machines

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Topics: Absorption , Machinery , Simulation , Transients (Dynamics) , Steady state , Cooling , Delays , Fluids , Heat transfer , Lithium

Space Heating Through Isentropic Compression Utilizing Wind Energy

R. Noon

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 204–207. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266303

Abstract

View articletitled, Space Heating Through Isentropic Compression Utilizing Wind Energy

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Topics: Compression , Heating , Wind energy , Solar energy , Compressors , Internal energy (Physics) , Temperature , Wind , Wind power , Wind turbines

OTEC Plant Response and Control Analysis

W. L. Owens

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 208–215. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266304

Abstract

View articletitled, OTEC Plant Response and Control Analysis

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Topics: Ocean thermal energy conversion , Flow (Dynamics) , Pumps , Seawater , Cycles , Computers , Condensers (steam plant) , Flow control , Generators , Nonlinear differential equations

A Simple Tool for the Design of Passive Solar Buildings

C. B. Winn

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 216–222. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266305

Abstract

View articletitled, A Simple Tool for the Design of Passive Solar Buildings

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Topics: Design , Solar buildings , Simulation , Temperature , Thermal energy storage , Computer simulation , Computers , Cooling systems , Frequency response , Slabs

Design of a Packed Bed Thermal Storage Unit for a Solar System

B. T. Kulakowski, F. W. Schmidt

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 223–228. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266306

Abstract

View articletitled, Design of a Packed Bed Thermal Storage Unit for a Solar System

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Topics: Design , Solar energy , Thermal energy storage , Storage , Heat storage , Pressure drop , Temperature , Fluids , Heating , Simulation

Second Law Analysis of Desiccant Cooling Systems

Z. Lavan, J.-B. Monnier, W. M. Worek

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 229–236. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266307

Abstract

View articletitled, Second Law Analysis of Desiccant Cooling Systems

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Topics: Cooling systems , Cycles , Pressure

Effect of Circumsolar Radiation on Performance of Focusing Collectors

A. Rabl, P. Bendt

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 237–250. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266308

Abstract

View articletitled, Effect of Circumsolar Radiation on Performance of Focusing Collectors

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Topics: Radiation (Physics) , Solar energy , Brightness (Photometry) , Errors , Shapes , Computation , Disks , Engineering simulation , Parabolic troughs , Simulation

The Solar Transmittance of Some Convection Suppression Devices for Solar Energy Applications: An Experimental Study

J. G. Symons

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 251–256. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266309

Abstract

View articletitled, The Solar Transmittance of Some Convection Suppression Devices for Solar Energy Applications: An Experimental Study

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Topics: Convection , Solar energy , Glass , Honeycomb structures , Radiation (Physics) , Reflectance , Test facilities

Biofouling Monitors for Noncylindrical OTEC Heat Exchanger Tubes

T. M. Kuzay, C. B. Panchal, A. P. Gavin

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 257–261. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266310

Abstract

View articletitled, Biofouling Monitors for Noncylindrical OTEC Heat Exchanger Tubes

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Topics: Biofouling , Heat exchangers , Ocean thermal energy conversion , Heat transfer , Seawater , Aluminum , Analytical methods , Calibration , Computer software , Corrosion

Thermal Analysis of a Solar Pond Power Plant Operated With a Direct Contact Boiler

A. Sonn, R. Letan

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 262–269. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266311

Abstract

View articletitled, Thermal Analysis of a Solar Pond Power Plant Operated With a Direct Contact Boiler

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Topics: Boilers , Power stations , Solar energy , Thermal analysis , Fluids , Pressure , System efficiency , Turbines , Vapors , Condensation

Technical Briefs

A Simple Formula for Calculating the Optimal Frequency for Cleaning Concentrating Solar Collectors

K. D. Bergeron

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 270–271. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266312

Abstract

View articletitled, A Simple Formula for Calculating the Optimal Frequency for Cleaning Concentrating Solar Collectors

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Topics: Solar collectors , Flat plates , Power systems (Machinery)

Polarization Effects on Directional Transmittance of a Corrugated Cover

T. F. Smith, P. Hix

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 272–273. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266313

View articletitled, Polarization Effects on Directional Transmittance of a Corrugated Cover

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Topics: Polarization (Electricity) , Polarization (Light) , Polarization (Waves)

Book Reviews

Applied Solar Energy and Introduction to Solar Technology and Solar Heating Systems: Analysis and Design with the Sun-Pulse Method

David Kut, Author, Gerald Hare, Author, Marian Jacobs Fisk, Author, H. C. William Anderson, Author, Gordon F. Tully, Author, John R. Howell, Reviewer

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 274. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266314

View articletitled, Applied Solar Energy and Introduction to Solar Technology and Solar Heating Systems: Analysis and Design with the Sun-Pulse Method

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Topics: Design , Solar energy , Solar heating , Systems analysis

Fundamentals of Solar Heating

Richard C. Schubert, Author, L. D. Ryan, Author, Richard B. Bannerot, Reviewer

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 274–275. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266315

View articletitled, Fundamentals of Solar Heating

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Topics: Solar heating

Errata

Erratum: “U.S. Contour Maps of Annual Energy Delivery by Flat Plate Collectors” (Journal of Solar Energy Engineering, 1981, 103, pp. 360–361)

P. Major

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 1982, 104(3): 276–277. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.3266316

View articletitled, Erratum: “U.S. Contour Maps of Annual Energy Delivery by Flat Plate Collectors” (Journal of Solar Energy Engineering, 1981, 103, pp. 360–361)

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Topics: Flat plates , Solar energy

Research Papers

Heliostat Operation at the Central Receiver Test Facility, 1978–1980

Operation and Performance of the Solar Steam System at the Johnson & Johnson Plant in Sherman, Texas

Room Temperature Molten Salt Electrolytes for Photoelectrochemical Applications

A Jet Condenser for Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion

A Regional Comparison of Solar, Heat Pump, and Solar-Heat Pump Systems

Transient Response of Solar Collectors

The Development and Design of Steam/Water Central Solar Receivers for Commercial Application

A Computer Model to Simulate Solar and Solar-Dehumidification Lumber Drying

Performance of a Cross-Cooled Desiccant Dehumidifier Prototype

Transient Simulation of Absorption Machines

Space Heating Through Isentropic Compression Utilizing Wind Energy

OTEC Plant Response and Control Analysis

A Simple Tool for the Design of Passive Solar Buildings

Design of a Packed Bed Thermal Storage Unit for a Solar System

Second Law Analysis of Desiccant Cooling Systems

Effect of Circumsolar Radiation on Performance of Focusing Collectors

The Solar Transmittance of Some Convection Suppression Devices for Solar Energy Applications: An Experimental Study

Biofouling Monitors for Noncylindrical OTEC Heat Exchanger Tubes

Thermal Analysis of a Solar Pond Power Plant Operated With a Direct Contact Boiler

Technical Briefs

A Simple Formula for Calculating the Optimal Frequency for Cleaning Concentrating Solar Collectors

Polarization Effects on Directional Transmittance of a Corrugated Cover

Book Reviews

Applied Solar Energy and Introduction to Solar Technology and Solar Heating Systems: Analysis and Design with the Sun-Pulse Method

Fundamentals of Solar Heating

Errata

Erratum: “U.S. Contour Maps of Annual Energy Delivery by Flat Plate Collectors” (Journal of Solar Energy Engineering, 1981, 103, pp. 360–361)

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