Energy is the largest overhead cost in the production of agricultural greenhouse crops in
temperate climates. Moreover, the initial cost of fossil fuels and traditional energy are …

Solar heating and cooling systems are a promising technology which may significantly
contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, the enhancement of energy …

This paper presents a novel dynamic simulation model for the analysis of a hybrid
turboexpander system coupled with innovative high-vacuum solar thermal collectors. The …

In this work, an exergy analysis of discharging multi-tank thermal energy storage systems
with constant heat extraction is studied. Theoretical models are developed to analyze the …

In this study the model of a Solar Heating and Cooling (SHC) system and its experimental
setup are presented. The SHC system under investigation is a demonstration plant installed …

This study evaluates the performance of liquid and air-based solar heating systems
according to climatic conditions and the thermal insulation performance of buildings. The …

The aim of this work is to analyse the performance of a solar energy collector system for
water and air heating in real working conditions. Two coupled mathematical models have …

In recent years, the application of solar energy has been shown obvious advantages. Solar
energy is being discontinuity and inhomogeneity, so energy storage technology becomes …

This paper presents a mathematical model that has been developed to study the effect of the
water storage tank volume and working fluids mass flow rate on the efficiency of a Hybrid …

Renewable energy sources are fundamental alternatives to supply the rising energy
demand in the world and to reduce or replace fossil fuel technologies. In order to make …