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Published at Solar Energy – Performance assessment of a system to provide steady high temperature air via solar thermal suspension flow technology with storage and combustion back-up

Abstract: The imperative for economically viable sources of high-temperature heat without contributing to net carbon emissions has become a pressing global concern, particularly in the context of industrial chemical processes. Solar thermal heat generation emerges as a pivotal solution in addressing this formidable challenge. By concentrating sunlight to achieve high temperatures, solar thermal technology can …

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Published at Applied Thermal Engineering – Numerical investigation and comparison of tubular solar cavity receivers for simultaneous generation of superheated steam and hot air

Abstract: Solar cavity receivers are a crucial technology to transform solar energy into easily usable thermal energy. Various cavity receiver structures employing helical absorber tubes were investigated to provide either superheated steam or hot air efficiently. However, few studies have focused on receivers that generate both hot fluids simultaneously. The simultanoues generation can lead to …

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Published at Journal of Energy Storage – Thermodynamic design of the novel energy storage system based on liquid carbon dioxide for a 17 MW concentrated solar thermal power plant

Abstract: Currently, the majority of electric power generation in Iran is provided through fossil fuel power plants. Recently, the effort to increase the share of renewable energy in the energy supply portfolio is increasing. Naturally, none of the renewable energy plants in this country are currently equipped with an energy storage system. The first concentrated …

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Published at ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering – Optimal Design of an Absorbent-Enhanced Ammonia Synthesis Process for Solar Thermochemical Energy Storage

Abstract: Concentrating solar power systems are crucial for capturing solar energy. However, the intermittent nature of sunlight necessitates effective energy storage solutions. Ammonia-based thermochemical energy storage systems have emerged as a promising option, utilizing solar energy to dissociate ammonia into hydrogen and nitrogen gas. This gaseous mixture is then employed for exothermic ammonia synthesis, releasing …

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Published at Journal of Energy Storage – Influence of corrosion-resistant coatings on the post-corrosion thermal stability and fouling of molten salts for high temperature thermal energy storage

Abstract Corrosion and dissolution of containment alloy constituents is an important consideration in high temperature thermal energy storage using molten salts. While the focus of most studies has been on protecting the alloys from corrosion attack, an often-neglected aspect is the dissolution of alloy materials into the molten salt which leads to fouling and possible …

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Published at International Journal of Hydrogen Energy – Investigation on the activity of Ni doped Ce0.8Zr0.2O2 for solar thermochemical water splitting combined with partial oxidation of methane

Abstract The incredible potential of metal oxide-based two-step solar-driven thermochemical water splitting technology lies in its ability to harness limitless solar energy to produce clean and renewable hydrogen fuel. However, achieving high redox kinetics and lowering the reaction temperature remain the primary challenges in hydrogen production. The CeO2–ZrO2 system is a well-known oxygen carrier for …

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Published at Journal of Energy Storage – Efficient solar-thermal conversion and thermal energy storage towards personal thermal management and thermoelectric power generation enabled by massive screen printing of carbon nanotube dopped energy storage gels

Abstract: Converting clean solar energy into thermal and electrical energy can effectively alleviate energy shortages and environmental crises. However, the intermittency and low utilization of solar energy are currently urgent issues that need to be addressed. The combination of solar-thermal conversion, heat energy storage, and heat energy utilization has been exploited as an emerging methodology …

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Published at Advanced Energy Materials – Thermochemical Oxygen Pumping with Perovskite Reticulated Porous Ceramics for Enhanced Reduction of Ceria in Thermochemical Fuel Production

Thermochemical Oxygen Pumping with Perovskite Reticulated Porous Ceramics for Enhanced Reduction of Ceria in Thermochemical Fuel Production Abstract: Within this work, reticulated monolithic foams and granules made from CaMnO3 − δ and strontium substituted variations are demonstrated to significantly improve the performance of a water splitting redox oxide when employed as a thermochemical oxygen pumping material. …

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Published at Energy – Analysis of heat and mass transfer in a porous solar thermochemical reactor

Abstract: Solar thermochemistry shows great potential as a viable solution for addressing the challenge of energy storage. The design of the reactor is still challenging the development and rapid upscaling of solar thermal conversion and storage processes. This study presents a novel reactor that capable of gas reheating and develops a comprehensive three-dimensional model that …

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Published at Applied Energy – Modeling and control strategy optimizing of solar flux distribution in a four quadrant and adjustable focusing solar furnace

Abstract The solar furnace is key equipment for the thermochemical reaction research which uses focused solar energy to drive the reactor, and the solar flux distribution on the reactor surface plays a decisive role in the regulation of the thermochemical reaction process and formation of target products. In this paper, a reflective solar furnace with …

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