Volume 135 Issue 2 | J. Sol. Energy Eng.

Topics: Geothermal engineering , Heat pumps , Solar energy , Cooling , Hot water , Heat exchangers , Heating , Heating and cooling , Heat , Energy consumption

Development of Methods to Fully Saturate Carbon Foam With Paraffin Wax Phase Change Material for Energy Storage

Ron Warzoha, Omar Sanusi, Brian McManus, Amy S. Fleischer

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 021006. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007934

Abstract

View articletitled, Development of Methods to Fully Saturate Carbon Foam With Paraffin Wax Phase Change Material for Energy Storage

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Topics: Carbon , Graphite , Paraffin wax , Vacuum

Three Cooling Seasons Monitoring of Exergetic Performance Analysis of an EAHE Assisted Solar Greenhouse Building

Onder Ozgener, Leyla Ozgener

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 021007. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007938

Abstract

View articletitled, Three Cooling Seasons Monitoring of Exergetic Performance Analysis of an EAHE Assisted Solar Greenhouse Building

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Topics: Cooling , Exergy , Solar energy , Temperature , Heat exchangers

Monitoring Array Output Current and Voltage in Stand Alone Photovoltaics Systems With Pulse Width Modulated Charge Regulators

F. J. Muñoz, M. Torres, J. V. Muñoz, M. Fuentes

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 021008. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007939

Abstract

View articletitled, Monitoring Array Output Current and Voltage in Stand Alone Photovoltaics Systems With Pulse Width Modulated Charge Regulators

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Topics: Batteries , Control equipment , Hall effect , Sensors , Storage , Transducers , Molecular beam epitaxy , Photovoltaic power systems , Signals , Photovoltaics

Flow Rate Optimization of a Linear Concentrating Photovoltaic System

Tony Kerzmann, Laura Schaefer

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 021009. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023006

Abstract

View articletitled, Flow Rate Optimization of a Linear Concentrating Photovoltaic System

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Optimization , Simulation , Temperature , Pumps , Solar energy , Thermal energy , Climate change , Photovoltaic power systems , Cooling

Lifetime Estimation of a Photovoltaic Module Subjected to Corrosion Due to Damp Heat Testing

R. Laronde, A. Charki, D. Bigaud

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 021010. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023101

Abstract

View articletitled, Lifetime Estimation of a Photovoltaic Module Subjected to Corrosion Due to Damp Heat Testing

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Topics: Corrosion , Heat , Reliability , Temperature , Meteorology , Testing , Stress , Accelerated life testing , Simulation

Binary and Ternary Nitrate Solar Heat Transfer Fluids

Kevin Coscia, Tucker Elliott, Satish Mohapatra, Alparslan Oztekin, Sudhakar Neti

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 021011. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023026

Abstract

View articletitled, Binary and Ternary Nitrate Solar Heat Transfer Fluids

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Topics: Fluids , Phase diagrams , Temperature , Melting , Modeling , Solar heating

The Effect of Dark Periods on the UV Photolytic and Photocatalytic Disinfection of Escherichia coli in a Continuous Flow Reactor

David B. Misstear, John P. Murtagh, Laurence W. Gill

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 021012. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023179

Abstract

View articletitled, The Effect of Dark Periods on the UV Photolytic and Photocatalytic Disinfection of Escherichia coli in a Continuous Flow Reactor

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Topics: Bacteria , Flow (Dynamics) , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Pipes , Ultraviolet radiation , Water , Titanium

Theoretical and Experimental Simulation of Passive Vacuum Solar Flash Desalination

Mohammad Abutayeh, D. Yogi Goswami, Elias K. Stefanakos

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 021013. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023180

Abstract

View articletitled, Theoretical and Experimental Simulation of Passive Vacuum Solar Flash Desalination

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Topics: Condensers (steam plant) , Flow (Dynamics) , Pressure , Seawater , Simulation , Solar energy , Temperature , Vacuum , Water , Heat

Simulation of Thunderstorm Downbursts and Associated Wind Turbine Loads

Hieu Huy Nguyen, Lance Manuel, Jason Jonkman, Paul S. Veers

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 021014. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023096

Abstract

View articletitled, Simulation of Thunderstorm Downbursts and Associated Wind Turbine Loads

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Topics: Blades , Simulation , Storms , Stress , Turbines , Wind , Wind turbines , Wind velocity , Yaw

Gravity-Assisted Heat Pipe With Strong Marangoni Fluid for Waste Heat Management of Single and Dual-Junction Solar Cells

Kenneth M. Armijo, Van P. Carey

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 021015. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007937

Abstract

View articletitled, Gravity-Assisted Heat Pipe With Strong Marangoni Fluid for Waste Heat Management of Single and Dual-Junction Solar Cells

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Topics: Fluids , Gravity (Force) , Heat pipes , Junctions , Solar cells , Solar energy , Temperature , Heat

Ca(NO₃)₂—NaNO₃—KNO₃ Molten Salt Mixtures for Direct Thermal Energy Storage Systems in Parabolic Trough Plants

Judith C. Gomez, Nicolas Calvet, Anne K. Starace, Greg C. Glatzmaier

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 021016. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023182

Abstract

View articletitled, Ca(NO3)2—NaNO3—KNO3 Molten Salt Mixtures for Direct Thermal Energy Storage Systems in Parabolic Trough Plants

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Topics: Cooling , Heating , Melting , Parabolic troughs , Solidification , Temperature , Thermal energy storage , Thermal stability , Viscosity , Cycles

Advanced Dual-Axis Backtracking Improves Output While Reducing Project Costs—Technology That Produces the Best Project Internal Rate of Return in the Solar Industry

Kenneth W. Oosting, James E. Green, Reid Rutherford, Amy J. Snook, Dustin Keele

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 021017. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023439

Abstract

View articletitled, Advanced Dual-Axis Backtracking Improves Output While Reducing Project Costs—Technology That Produces the Best Project Internal Rate of Return in the Solar Industry

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Topics: Solar energy , Algorithms

Technical Briefs

Performance Analysis of 15 kW Closed Cycle Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion System With Different Working Fluids

Jianying Gong, Tieyu Gao, Guojun Li

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 024501. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007770

Abstract

View articletitled, Performance Analysis of 15 kW Closed Cycle Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion System With Different Working Fluids

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Topics: Cycles , Fluids , Ocean thermal energy conversion , Turbines , Pressure

Fast Thermal Cycling of Acetanilide as a Storage Material for Solar Energy Applications

A. A. El-Sebaii, F. Al-Agel

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 024502. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007710

Abstract

View articletitled, Fast Thermal Cycling of Acetanilide as a Storage Material for Solar Energy Applications

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Topics: Cycles , Heat of fusion , Melting , Solar energy , Storage , Supercooling , Temperature , Solidification , Thermal energy storage , Freezing

The Time-Variant Degradation of a Photovoltaic System

A. Charki, R. Laronde, D. Bigaud

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 024503. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007771

Abstract

View articletitled, The Time-Variant Degradation of a Photovoltaic System

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Topics: Energy generation , Photovoltaic power systems , Wire , Reliability , Temperature , Solar cell arrays , Failure

Comparative Economic Analysis of Concentrating Solar Technologies

Brandon Duquette, Todd Otanicar

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 024504. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4007936

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View articletitled, Comparative Economic Analysis of Concentrating Solar Technologies

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Topics: Solar energy , Economic analysis

Enhance the Thermal Storage of Cement-Based Composites With Phase Change Materials and Carbon Nanotubes

Baoguo Han, Kun Zhang, Xun Yu

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 024505. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023181

Abstract

View articletitled, Enhance the Thermal Storage of Cement-Based Composites With Phase Change Materials and Carbon Nanotubes

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Topics: Carbon nanotubes , Cements (Adhesives) , Mortar , Heat , Composite materials , Temperature , Thermal energy storage , Phase change materials

Distributed Generation, Using Battery/Photovoltaic System: Modeling and Simulation With Relative Controller Design

Peyman Naderi

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2013, 135(2): 024506. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023102

Abstract

View articletitled, Distributed Generation, Using Battery/Photovoltaic System: Modeling and Simulation With Relative Controller Design

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Topics: Batteries , Control equipment , Modeling , Photovoltaic power systems , Temperature , Design , Simulation , Distributed power generation

Research Papers

Retracted: “Multiscale Multiphysics Modeling of Carbon Nanotube-Based Power Diode and Power MOSFET for Photovoltaic Solar Panel” [ASME Journal of Solar Energy Engineering, 2013, 135(2), p. 021001]

Developing and Evaluation of Various Correlations for Diffuse Solar Radiation for Urla (Izmir, Turkey)

Comparative Analysis of Solar Thermal Cooling and Solar Photovoltaic Cooling Systems

Development of a Quick Dynamic Response Maximum Power Point Tracking Algorithm for Off-Grid System With Adaptive Switching (On–Off) Control of dc/dc Converter

Multifunctional Core-Shell Nanoparticle Suspensions for Efficient Absorption

Performance Investigation of the Hybrid-Renewable Energy System With Geothermal and Solar Heat Sources for a Residential Building in South Korea

Development of Methods to Fully Saturate Carbon Foam With Paraffin Wax Phase Change Material for Energy Storage

Three Cooling Seasons Monitoring of Exergetic Performance Analysis of an EAHE Assisted Solar Greenhouse Building

Monitoring Array Output Current and Voltage in Stand Alone Photovoltaics Systems With Pulse Width Modulated Charge Regulators

Flow Rate Optimization of a Linear Concentrating Photovoltaic System

Lifetime Estimation of a Photovoltaic Module Subjected to Corrosion Due to Damp Heat Testing

Binary and Ternary Nitrate Solar Heat Transfer Fluids

The Effect of Dark Periods on the UV Photolytic and Photocatalytic Disinfection of Escherichia coli in a Continuous Flow Reactor

Theoretical and Experimental Simulation of Passive Vacuum Solar Flash Desalination

Simulation of Thunderstorm Downbursts and Associated Wind Turbine Loads

Gravity-Assisted Heat Pipe With Strong Marangoni Fluid for Waste Heat Management of Single and Dual-Junction Solar Cells

Ca(NO₃)₂—NaNO₃—KNO₃ Molten Salt Mixtures for Direct Thermal Energy Storage Systems in Parabolic Trough Plants

Advanced Dual-Axis Backtracking Improves Output While Reducing Project Costs—Technology That Produces the Best Project Internal Rate of Return in the Solar Industry

Technical Briefs

Performance Analysis of 15 kW Closed Cycle Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion System With Different Working Fluids

Fast Thermal Cycling of Acetanilide as a Storage Material for Solar Energy Applications

The Time-Variant Degradation of a Photovoltaic System

Comparative Economic Analysis of Concentrating Solar Technologies

Enhance the Thermal Storage of Cement-Based Composites With Phase Change Materials and Carbon Nanotubes

Distributed Generation, Using Battery/Photovoltaic System: Modeling and Simulation With Relative Controller Design

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