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Volume 137, Issue 3

June 2015

ISSN 0199-6231

EISSN 1528-8986

Research Papers

Comparisons of Horizontal-Axis Wind Turbine Wake Interaction Models

Jordan M. Wilson, Cole J. Davis, Subhas K. Venayagamoorthy, Paul R. Heyliger

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031001. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4028914

Abstract

View articletitled, Comparisons of Horizontal-Axis Wind Turbine Wake Interaction Models

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Topics: Engineering simulation , Horizontal axis wind turbines , Simulation , Turbines , Turbulence , Wakes , Resolution (Optics) , Rotors , Wind turbines , Blades

Modular Design and Experimental Testing of a 50 kW_th Pressurized-Air Solar Receiver for Gas Turbines

Peter Poživil, Nicolas Ettlin, Fabian Stucker, Aldo Steinfeld

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031002. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4028918

Abstract

View articletitled, Modular Design and Experimental Testing of a 50 kWth Pressurized-Air Solar Receiver for Gas Turbines

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Topics: Solar energy , Temperature , Design , Testing

Geographical Limitations on Integral Collector Storage Collectors Due to Freezing

Frederick S. Schollenberger, Frank Kreith, Jay Burch

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031003. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4028913

Abstract

View articletitled, Geographical Limitations on Integral Collector Storage Collectors Due to Freezing

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Topics: Freezing , Heat , Pipes , Temperature , Water , Modeling , Storage

Numerical Simulation of Natural Convection in Solar Cavity Receivers

James K. Yuan, Clifford K. Ho, Joshua M. Christian

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031004. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029106

Abstract

View articletitled, Numerical Simulation of Natural Convection in Solar Cavity Receivers

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Topics: Boundary-value problems , Cavities , Heat losses , Temperature , Heat flux , Turbulence , Solar energy

Design Considerations of Photovoltaic/Thermal Air Systems: Energetic and Exergetic Approaches

M. Gholampour, M. Ameri

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031005. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029107

Abstract

View articletitled, Design Considerations of Photovoltaic/Thermal Air Systems: Energetic and Exergetic Approaches

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Topics: Convection , Design , Electrical efficiency , Exergy , Fins , Flow (Dynamics) , Glass , Heat transfer coefficients , Packing (Shipments) , Packings (Cushioning)

Parametric Consideration of a Thermal Water Pump and Application for Agriculture

Jirawat Sitranon, Charoenporn Lertsatitthanakorn, Pichai Namprakai, Naris Prathinthong, Taveewat Suparos, Natthaphon Roonprasang

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031006. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029108

Abstract

View articletitled, Parametric Consideration of a Thermal Water Pump and Application for Agriculture

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Topics: Pumps , Steam , Suction , Water , Cooling , Temperature

Design of a Solar Reactor to Split CO₂ Via Isothermal Redox Cycling of Ceria

Roman Bader, Rohini Bala Chandran, Luke J. Venstrom, Stephen J. Sedler, Peter T. Krenzke, Robert M. De Smith, Aayan Banerjee, Thomas R. Chase, Jane H. Davidson, Wojciech Lipiński

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031007. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4028917

Abstract

View articletitled, Design of a Solar Reactor to Split CO2 Via Isothermal Redox Cycling of Ceria

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Cavities , Cycles , Design , Engineering prototypes , Heat , Heat transfer , Mass transfer , Particulate matter , Solar energy

Sun-Relative Pointing for Dual-Axis Solar Trackers Employing Azimuth and Elevation Rotations

Daniel Riley, Clifford Hansen

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031008. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029379

Abstract

View articletitled, Sun-Relative Pointing for Dual-Axis Solar Trackers Employing Azimuth and Elevation Rotations

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Topics: Algorithms , Solar energy , Testing

Improvement in Solar Chimney Power Generation by Using a Diffuser Tower

Shinsuke Okada, Takanori Uchida, Takashi Karasudani, Yuji Ohya

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031009. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029377

Abstract

View articletitled, Improvement in Solar Chimney Power Generation by Using a Diffuser Tower

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Diffusers , Flow (Dynamics) , Solar energy , Temperature , Energy generation , Wind

Stress and Fracture Analyses of Solar Silicon Wafers During Suction Process and Handling

S. Saffar, S. Gouttebroze, Z. L. Zhang

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031010. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029451

Abstract

View articletitled, Stress and Fracture Analyses of Solar Silicon Wafers During Suction Process and Handling

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Semiconductor wafers , Stress , Suction , Solar energy , Stress concentration

Twenty-Four Hour Solar Irradiance Forecast Based on Neural Networks and Numerical Weather Prediction

C. Cornaro, F. Bucci, M. Pierro, F. Del Frate, S. Peronaci, A. Taravat

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031011. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029452

Abstract

View articletitled, Twenty-Four Hour Solar Irradiance Forecast Based on Neural Networks and Numerical Weather Prediction

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Solar radiation , Weather forecasting , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Errors

Comparative Analysis of Single- and Dual-Media Thermocline Tanks for Thermal Energy Storage in Concentrating Solar Power Plants

Carolina Mira-Hernández, Scott M. Flueckiger, Suresh V. Garimella

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031012. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029453

Abstract

View articletitled, Comparative Analysis of Single- and Dual-Media Thermocline Tanks for Thermal Energy Storage in Concentrating Solar Power Plants

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Topics: Boundary-value problems , Cycles , Flow (Dynamics) , Temperature , Thermal energy storage , Heat losses , Fillers (Materials) , Storage , Thermal diffusion , Concentrating solar power

A Novel Model for Daily Energy Production Estimation of Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System

Li Fen, Yan Quanquan, Duan Shanxu, Zhao Jinbin, Ma Nianjun, Chen Zhenghong

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031013. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029454

Abstract

View articletitled, A Novel Model for Daily Energy Production Estimation of Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System

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Topics: Energy generation , Meteorology , Photovoltaic power systems , Temperature , Radiation (Physics) , Regression analysis

Probabilistic Analysis to Quantify Optical Performance and Error Budgets for Next Generation Heliostats

Joshua Christian, Adam Moya, Clifford Ho, Charles Andraka, James Yuan

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031014. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029376

Abstract

View articletitled, Probabilistic Analysis to Quantify Optical Performance and Error Budgets for Next Generation Heliostats

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Topics: Errors , Mirrors

Photovoltaics Energy Prediction Under Complex Conditions for a Predictive Energy Management System

Martin Schmelas, Thomas Feldmann, Jesus da Costa Fernandes, Elmar Bollin

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031015. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029378

Abstract

View articletitled, Photovoltaics Energy Prediction Under Complex Conditions for a Predictive Energy Management System

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Topics: Artificial neural networks , Energy management systems , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Photovoltaics , Proton exchange membranes , Shades and shadows , Solar energy , Temperature , Weather forecasting

CuO Nanoparticles Based Bulk Heterojunction Solar Cells: Investigations on Morphology and Performance

Aruna P. Wanninayake, Subhashini Gunashekar, Shengyi Li, Benjamin C. Church, Nidal Abu-Zahra

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031016. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029542

Abstract

View articletitled, CuO Nanoparticles Based Bulk Heterojunction Solar Cells: Investigations on Morphology and Performance

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Topics: Absorption , Nanoparticles , Solar cells , Excitons , Polymers , Solar energy , Semiconductors (Materials) , Diffusion (Physics)

Behavior of a Solar Collector Loop During Stagnation

Ziqian Chen, Janne Dragsted, Simon Furbo, Bengt Perers, Jianhua Fan

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031017. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4027933

Abstract

View articletitled, Behavior of a Solar Collector Loop During Stagnation

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Topics: Fluids , Solar collectors , Vessels , Pipes , Vapors

Development of a Solar Receiver Based on Compact Heat Exchanger Technology for Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Power Cycles

Saeb M. Besarati, D. Yogi Goswami, Elias K. Stefanakos

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031018. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029861

Abstract

View articletitled, Development of a Solar Receiver Based on Compact Heat Exchanger Technology for Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Power Cycles

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Topics: Design , Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , Pressure drop , Solar energy , Supercritical carbon dioxide , Temperature , Thermal resistance , Flow (Dynamics) , Pareto optimization

Description and Computer Modeling of a Ball-and-Socket Hub That Enables Teetering for Three-Bladed Wind Turbines

Arnold Ramsland

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031019. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029813

Abstract

View articletitled, Description and Computer Modeling of a Ball-and-Socket Hub That Enables Teetering for Three-Bladed Wind Turbines

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Topics: Blades , Design , Fatigue , Torque , Wind turbines , Computer simulation , Turbines

Conceptual Design and Performance Analysis of a Solar Thermal-Photovoltaic-Powered Absorption Refrigeration System

Dipankar N. Basu, A. Ganguly

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 031020. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029910

Abstract

View articletitled, Conceptual Design and Performance Analysis of a Solar Thermal-Photovoltaic-Powered Absorption Refrigeration System

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Topics: Absorption , Cooling , Solar energy , Temperature , Water , Conceptual design , Solar radiation , Refrigeration , Modeling , Stress

Technical Brief

Performance of Flat-Plate and Compound Parabolic Concentrating Solar Collectors in Underfloor Heating Systems

Sarvenaz Sobhansarbandi, Uğur Atikol

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 034501. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029229

Abstract

View articletitled, Performance of Flat-Plate and Compound Parabolic Concentrating Solar Collectors in Underfloor Heating Systems

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Topics: Flat plates , Fluids , Heat , Heating , Radiant heating equipment , Simulation , Slabs , Solar collectors , Solar energy , Temperature

Simulation of Energy Production in Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems From Measured and Calculated Data From Clear-Sky Radiation Model

Carlos Henrique Rossa, João Batista Dias, Mário Henrique Macagnan

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 034502. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029381

Abstract

View articletitled, Simulation of Energy Production in Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems From Measured and Calculated Data From Clear-Sky Radiation Model

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Topics: Energy generation , Photovoltaic power systems , Radiation (Physics) , Simulation , Solar energy

Thermal Annealing Effect on the Optical, Electrical and Morphological Properties of the PBTTT-C₁₂:PC₇₁BM Blend Films

Karwan Wasman Qadir, Zubair Ahmad, Khaulah Sulaiman

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 034503. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029230

Abstract

View articletitled, Thermal Annealing Effect on the Optical, Electrical and Morphological Properties of the PBTTT-C12:PC71BM Blend Films

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Topics: Annealing , Solar cells , Temperature , Thin films , Atomic force microscopy , Glass , Ester

Efficiency Estimations for Multijunction and Intermediate Band Solar Cells Using Actual Measured Solar Spectra in Japan

Shunya Naitoh, Yoshitaka Okada

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 034504. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029382

Abstract

View articletitled, Efficiency Estimations for Multijunction and Intermediate Band Solar Cells Using Actual Measured Solar Spectra in Japan

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Topics: Solar cells , Solar energy , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Photons , Energy gap

Performance Enhancement of Partially Shaded Solar Photovoltaic Array Using Grouping Technique

S. Malathy, R. Ramaprabha

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 034505. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029540

Abstract

View articletitled, Performance Enhancement of Partially Shaded Solar Photovoltaic Array Using Grouping Technique

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Topics: Shades and shadows , Solar cell arrays , Solar energy , Particle swarm optimization , Switches

Effect of 1,8-Diiodooctane on the Performance of P3HT:PCBM Solar Cells

M. Nasiri, F. Abbasi

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2015, 137(3): 034506. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4029863

Abstract

View articletitled, Effect of 1,8-Diiodooctane on the Performance of P3HT:PCBM Solar Cells

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Topics: Atomic force microscopy , Solar cells , Ultraviolet radiation , Chain , Solar energy , Annealing , Absorption , Photovoltaics

Research Papers

Comparisons of Horizontal-Axis Wind Turbine Wake Interaction Models

Modular Design and Experimental Testing of a 50 kW_th Pressurized-Air Solar Receiver for Gas Turbines

Geographical Limitations on Integral Collector Storage Collectors Due to Freezing

Numerical Simulation of Natural Convection in Solar Cavity Receivers

Design Considerations of Photovoltaic/Thermal Air Systems: Energetic and Exergetic Approaches

Parametric Consideration of a Thermal Water Pump and Application for Agriculture

Design of a Solar Reactor to Split CO₂ Via Isothermal Redox Cycling of Ceria

Sun-Relative Pointing for Dual-Axis Solar Trackers Employing Azimuth and Elevation Rotations

Improvement in Solar Chimney Power Generation by Using a Diffuser Tower

Stress and Fracture Analyses of Solar Silicon Wafers During Suction Process and Handling

Twenty-Four Hour Solar Irradiance Forecast Based on Neural Networks and Numerical Weather Prediction

Comparative Analysis of Single- and Dual-Media Thermocline Tanks for Thermal Energy Storage in Concentrating Solar Power Plants

A Novel Model for Daily Energy Production Estimation of Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System

Probabilistic Analysis to Quantify Optical Performance and Error Budgets for Next Generation Heliostats

Photovoltaics Energy Prediction Under Complex Conditions for a Predictive Energy Management System

CuO Nanoparticles Based Bulk Heterojunction Solar Cells: Investigations on Morphology and Performance

Behavior of a Solar Collector Loop During Stagnation

Development of a Solar Receiver Based on Compact Heat Exchanger Technology for Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Power Cycles

Description and Computer Modeling of a Ball-and-Socket Hub That Enables Teetering for Three-Bladed Wind Turbines

Conceptual Design and Performance Analysis of a Solar Thermal-Photovoltaic-Powered Absorption Refrigeration System

Technical Brief

Performance of Flat-Plate and Compound Parabolic Concentrating Solar Collectors in Underfloor Heating Systems

Simulation of Energy Production in Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems From Measured and Calculated Data From Clear-Sky Radiation Model

Thermal Annealing Effect on the Optical, Electrical and Morphological Properties of the PBTTT-C₁₂:PC₇₁BM Blend Films

Efficiency Estimations for Multijunction and Intermediate Band Solar Cells Using Actual Measured Solar Spectra in Japan

Performance Enhancement of Partially Shaded Solar Photovoltaic Array Using Grouping Technique

Effect of 1,8-Diiodooctane on the Performance of P3HT:PCBM Solar Cells

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