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Guest Editorial

Special Issue Honoring Professor Frank Kreith

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 010301. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4026260

Extract

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Topics: Engineering teachers , Solar energy

Research Papers

Dynamic Modeling of a Solar Reactor for Zinc Oxide Thermal Dissociation and Experimental Validation Using IR Thermography

W. Villasmil, A. Meier, A. Steinfeld

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 010901. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025511

Abstract

View articletitled, Dynamic Modeling of a Solar Reactor for Zinc Oxide Thermal Dissociation and Experimental Validation Using IR Thermography

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Topics: Quartz , Solar energy , Temperature , Cavities , Radiation (Physics) , Thermography , Glass , Fuels

Impact of Above-Grade Walls on Three-Dimensional Building Foundation Heat Transfer From Slab-On Grade Floors

Moncef Krarti

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 010902. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025698

Abstract

View articletitled, Impact of Above-Grade Walls on Three-Dimensional Building Foundation Heat Transfer From Slab-On Grade Floors

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Topics: Heat transfer , Slabs , Temperature , Soil , Heat losses

Constructal Underground Designs for Ground-Coupled Heat Pumps

A. Bejan, S. Lorente, R. Anderson

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 010903. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025699

Abstract

View articletitled, Constructal Underground Designs for Ground-Coupled Heat Pumps

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Topics: Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Fluids , Heat pumps , Heat transfer , Pipes , Temperature , Tree (Data structure) , Shapes , Heat

Analysis of Advanced Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Power Cycles With a Bottoming Cycle for Concentrating Solar Power Applications

Saeb M. Besarati, D. Yogi Goswami

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 010904. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025700

Abstract

View articletitled, Analysis of Advanced Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Power Cycles With a Bottoming Cycle for Concentrating Solar Power Applications

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Topics: Cycles , Organic Rankine cycle , Supercritical carbon dioxide , Cooling , Fluids

Use of Image-Based Direct Normal Irradiance Forecasts in the Model Predictive Control of a Solar-Thermal Reactor

Elizabeth Saade, David E. Clough, Alan W. Weimer

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 010905. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025825

Abstract

View articletitled, Use of Image-Based Direct Normal Irradiance Forecasts in the Model Predictive Control of a Solar-Thermal Reactor

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Topics: Algorithms , Control equipment , Predictive control , Solar energy , Solar radiation , Control systems , Carbon dioxide , Syngas , Steam

Integration of Solar Gasification With Conventional Fuel Production: The Roles of Storage and Hybridization

Brandon J. Hathaway, David B. Kittelson, Jane H. Davidson

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 010906. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025971

Abstract

View articletitled, Integration of Solar Gasification With Conventional Fuel Production: The Roles of Storage and Hybridization

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Topics: Fuel gasification , Solar energy , Syngas , Fuels , Storage

A Method for Measuring the Optical Efficiency of Evacuated Receivers

Charles F. Kutscher, Judy C. Netter

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 010907. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4026335

Abstract

View articletitled, A Method for Measuring the Optical Efficiency of Evacuated Receivers

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Topics: Aluminum , Parabolic troughs , Solar radiation , Temperature , Transients (Dynamics) , Uncertainty , Glass , Heat losses , Solar collectors , Steel

Comparative System Performance Analysis of Direct Steam Generation Central Receiver Solar Thermal Power Plants in Megawatt Range

Javier Sanz-Bermejo, Víctor Gallardo-Natividad, José Gonzalez-Aguilar, Manuel Romero

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 010908. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4026279

Abstract

View articletitled, Comparative System Performance Analysis of Direct Steam Generation Central Receiver Solar Thermal Power Plants in Megawatt Range

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Topics: Solar energy , Steam , Rankine cycle , Solar thermal power , Superheaters , Boilers , Superheating , Temperature , Pressure

The Effect of Microstructure, Thickness Variation, and Crack on the Natural Frequency of Solar Silicon Wafers

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

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011001. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024248

Abstract

View articletitled, The Effect of Microstructure, Thickness Variation, and Crack on the Natural Frequency of Solar Silicon Wafers

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Topics: Fracture (Materials) , Semiconductor wafers , Anisotropy , Crystals , Solar energy

Rapid Reflective Facet Characterization Using Fringe Reflection Techniques

Charles E. Andraka, Scott Sadlon, Brian Myer, Kirill Trapeznikov, Christina Liebner

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011002. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024250

Abstract

View articletitled, Rapid Reflective Facet Characterization Using Fringe Reflection Techniques

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Topics: Design , Errors , Mirrors , Reflection , Shapes , Calibration , Diffraction patterns

Uncertainty Analysis and Characterization of the SOFAST Mirror Facet Characterization System

Nolan S. Finch, Charles E. Andraka

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011003. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024251

Abstract

View articletitled, Uncertainty Analysis and Characterization of the SOFAST Mirror Facet Characterization System

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Topics: Errors , Mirrors , Uncertainty , Uncertainty analysis

Energy and Exergy Analyses of a New Triple-Staged Refrigeration Cycle Using Solar Heat Source

Abdul Khaliq, Rajesh Kumar, Ibrahim Dincer, Farrukh Khalid

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011004. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024126

Abstract

View articletitled, Energy and Exergy Analyses of a New Triple-Staged Refrigeration Cycle Using Solar Heat Source

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Topics: Cycles , Ejectors , Exergy , Refrigeration , Refrigeration cycles , Solar energy , Temperature , Turbines , Heliostats , Energy efficiency

Optimization of Heliostat Aim Point Selection for Central Receiver Systems Based on the Ant Colony Optimization Metaheuristic

Boris Belhomme, Robert Pitz-Paal, Peter Schwarzbözl

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011005. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024738

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimization of Heliostat Aim Point Selection for Central Receiver Systems Based on the Ant Colony Optimization Metaheuristic

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Topics: Optimization , Density

A Transient Thermography Method to Separate Heat Loss Mechanisms in Parabolic Trough Receivers

Marc Röger, Peter Potzel, Johannes Pernpeintner, Simon Caron

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011006. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024739

Abstract

View articletitled, A Transient Thermography Method to Separate Heat Loss Mechanisms in Parabolic Trough Receivers

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Topics: Annulus , Computer simulation , Glass , Heat losses , Parabolic troughs , Temperature , Thermography , Transients (Dynamics) , Uncertainty analysis , Artificial neural networks

Solar-Driven LiBr/H₂0 Air Conditioning System With a R-123 Heat Pump Assist

J. J. Rizza

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011007. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024741

Abstract

View articletitled, Solar-Driven LiBr/H<sub>2</sub>0 Air Conditioning System With a R-123 Heat Pump Assist

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Topics: Air conditioning , Generators , Heat pumps , Solar energy , Temperature , Water , Heat , Liquefied natural gas , Fluids , Flow (Dynamics)

Numerical Investigation of Thermal Characteristics in a Solar Chimney Project

Hongtao Xu, Fariborz Karimi, Mo Yang

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011008. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024742

Abstract

View articletitled, Numerical Investigation of Thermal Characteristics in a Solar Chimney Project

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Topics: Solar energy , Temperature , Soil , Heat

Optical and Electronic Simulation of Silicon/Germanium Tandem Four Terminal Solar Cells

Vishnuvardhanan Vijayakumar, Dunbar P. Birnie, III

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011009. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024744

Abstract

View articletitled, Optical and Electronic Simulation of Silicon/Germanium Tandem Four Terminal Solar Cells

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Topics: Germanium , Silicon , Simulation , Solar cells

Computational Modeling of Dynamic Response of a Latent Thermal Energy Storage System With Embedded Heat Pipes

K. Nithyanandam, R. Pitchumani

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011010. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024745

Abstract

View articletitled, Computational Modeling of Dynamic Response of a Latent Thermal Energy Storage System With Embedded Heat Pipes

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Topics: Cycles , Heat pipes , Transients (Dynamics) , Temperature , Melting , Thermal energy storage , Computer simulation , Natural convection , Subcooling

Development of the CellFlux Storage Concept for Sensible Heat

Wolf-Dieter Steinmann, Doerte Laing, Christian Odenthal

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011011. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024921

Abstract

View articletitled, Development of the CellFlux Storage Concept for Sensible Heat

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Topics: Storage

Performance Study of a Photovoltaic Thermal System With an Oscillatory Flow Design

M. Rahou, M. Y. Othman, S. Mat, A. Ibrahim

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011012. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024743

Abstract

View articletitled, Performance Study of a Photovoltaic Thermal System With an Oscillatory Flow Design

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Topics: Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Solar energy , Temperature , Water , Thermal efficiency , Thermal systems , Silicon

Energy Impacts of Nonlinear Behavior of Phase Change Materials When Applied to Opaque Building Envelopes

Paulo Cesar Tabares-Velasco

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011013. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024926

Abstract

View articletitled, Energy Impacts of Nonlinear Behavior of Phase Change Materials When Applied to Opaque Building Envelopes

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Topics: Phase change materials , Temperature , Enthalpy , Melting , Insulation , Cooling

Study of the Effect of Luminescence Down-Shifting on GaAs Solar Cells With Several Optical Windows Layers

Mahfoud Abderrezek, Mohamed Fathi, Farid Djahli, Mohammed Ayad

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011014. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025593

Abstract

View articletitled, Study of the Effect of Luminescence Down-Shifting on GaAs Solar Cells With Several Optical Windows Layers

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Topics: Gallium arsenide , Solar cells , Luminescence , Simulation , Photons , Simulation results , Optical windows

Economic Optimization of a Concentrating Solar Power Plant With Molten-Salt Thermocline Storage

Scott M. Flueckiger, Brian D. Iverson, Suresh V. Garimella

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011015. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025516

Abstract

View articletitled, Economic Optimization of a Concentrating Solar Power Plant With Molten-Salt Thermocline Storage

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Topics: Solar energy , Storage , Thermal energy , Temperature , Energy generation , Heat , Simulation , Sunlight

Pilot Scale Demonstration of a 100-kW_th Solar Thermochemical Plant for the Thermal Dissociation of ZnO

W. Villasmil, M. Brkic, D. Wuillemin, A. Meier, A. Steinfeld

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011016. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025512

Abstract

View articletitled, Pilot Scale Demonstration of a 100-kW<sub>th</sub> Solar Thermochemical Plant for the Thermal Dissociation of ZnO

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Topics: Solar energy , Heat flux

Investigation of Shroud Geometry to Passively Improve Heat Transfer in a Solar Thermal Storage Tank

Matthew K. Zemler, Sandra K. S. Boetcher

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011017. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025708

Abstract

View articletitled, Investigation of Shroud Geometry to Passively Improve Heat Transfer in a Solar Thermal Storage Tank

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Topics: Cylinders , Geometry , Heat exchangers , Heat transfer , Solar energy , Thermal energy storage , Flow (Dynamics) , Rayleigh number , Fluids , Natural convection

A Simplified Morphing Blade for Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines

Weijun Wang, Stéphane Caro, Fouad Bennis, Oscar Roberto Salinas Mejia

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011018. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025970

Abstract

View articletitled, A Simplified Morphing Blade for Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines

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Topics: Blades , Wind velocity , Optimization

Parametric Analysis of the Fixed Mirror Solar Concentrator for Medium Temperature Applications

Ramon Pujol-Nadal, Víctor Martínez-Moll, Andreu Moià-Pol

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 011019. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4026098

Abstract

View articletitled, Parametric Analysis of the Fixed Mirror Solar Concentrator for Medium Temperature Applications

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Topics: Mirrors , Solar energy concentrators , Temperature , Thermal efficiency , Geometry , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Climate , Solar energy