Augmentation and evaluation of solar still performance: a comprehensive review

A Elsheikh, KA Hammoodi, AMM Ibrahim, AHI Mourad… - Desalination, 2024 - Elsevier
Solar desalination is an eco-friendly technique for freshwater supply in arid regions, thus
becoming more and more promising. Solar desalination could fulfill the requirements of the …

[HTML][HTML] Pyramid solar distillers: a comprehensive review of recent techniques

KA Hammoodi, HA Dhahad, WH Alawee… - Results in …, 2023 - Elsevier
The most interesting themes worldwide are those relating to sustainable water and energy
supplies. They have a significant impact on any society's economic wellbeing. Desalination …

Study on a novel inclined solar water distillation system using thermoelectric module for condensation

A Çolak, A Çelik, E Mandev, B Muratçobanoğlu… - Process Safety and …, 2023 - Elsevier
Energy efficiency and energy conservation are critical issues today, and the use of solar
energy is widely recognized as a key solution for achieving energy independence and …

Finned-encapsulated PCM pyramid solar still–Experimental study with economic analysis

MEAE Ahmed, S Abdo, MA Abdelrahman… - Journal of Energy …, 2023 - Elsevier
This paper presents a novel experimental work to enhance the performance of pyramid solar
stills using PCM-encapsulated cylindrical fins with different heights. To optimise the fin's …

Experimental investigation on tubular solar desalination using phase change material enhanced with nano-Co3O4 and aluminum shavings

M Rousta, A Kasaeian, A Kouravand, G Kasaeian… - Desalination, 2023 - Elsevier
This experimental study aims to improve the performance of a tubular solar still using
enhanced thermal management methods. Paraffin wax with a melting point of 44° C is used …

Effect of charcoal balls on distillation productivity in hemispherical solar stills: Experimental investigation and performance analysis

MEH Attia, MA Elazab, M Bady - Solar Energy, 2024 - Elsevier
This study investigates the enhanced performance of hemispherical solar stills by integrating
charcoal balls. The method showcases improved efficiency by augmenting heat transfer …

4E assessment of pyramid distiller performance utilizing V-corrugated wick material and TiO2 nanoparticles with hybrid solar heating

AA Al-Nagdy, MA Omara, SA Sobhy, GB Abdelaziz - Solar Energy, 2024 - Elsevier
This study aims to increase freshwater productivity and thermal performance while
improving the economic determinant of the traditional square pyramid distiller. The study …

Enhancing conical solar stills with aluminum ball energy storage: Optimal distance for improved performance

MEH Attia, AT Elgohr, MA Elazab - Journal of Energy Storage, 2024 - Elsevier
The aim of this investigation is to ascertain the optimal arrangement of aluminum spheres,
each with a consistent diameter of 2 cm, to serve as a cost-efficient means of energy storage …

Natural fibers for enhanced efficiency and sustainability in solar desalination: A review

M Egiza, MR Diab, N Faisal, AH Elsheikh - Solar Energy, 2024 - Elsevier
Global water scarcity, accelerated by inefficient wastewater treatment and the high cost of
conventional desalination technologies such as reverse osmosis, necessitates sustainable …

Desalination performance evaluation of a solar still enhanced by thermoelectric modules

E Mandev, B Muratçobanoğlu, E Manay, B Şahin - Solar Energy, 2024 - Elsevier
Water scarcity is a pressing global issue, as a significant portion of the world's water
resources remain salty and unsuitable for human consumption. Solar desalination has …