Thirugnanasambandam, M., Iniyan, S. and Goic, R.
2010 Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 14(1): 312-322
Solar thermal technologies; Solar energy system study; Solar energy system design; Solar energy system development
Thirugnanasambandam, M., Iniyan, S. and Goic, R., (2010), "A review of solar thermal technologies", Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 14(1): 312-322.
Abstract:
The use of solar energy in recent years has reached a remarkable edge. The continuous research for an alternative power source due to the perceived scarcity of fuel fossils is its driving force. It has become even more popular as the cost of fossil fuel continues to rise. The earth receives in just 1 h, more energy from the sun than what we consume in the whole world for 1 year. Its application was proven to be most economical, as most systems in individual uses requires but a few kilowatt of power. This paper reviews the present day solar thermal technologies. Performance analyses of existing designs (study), mathematical simulation (design) and fabrication of innovative designs with suggested improvements (development) have been discussed in this paper.
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