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Volume 112, Issue 4

November 1990

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ISSN 0199-6231

EISSN 1528-8986

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Inflatable Concentrators for Solar Propulsion and Dynamic Space Power

G. Grossman, G. Williams

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 229–236. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929928

Abstract

View articletitled, Inflatable Concentrators for Solar Propulsion and Dynamic Space Power

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Topics: Propulsion , Solar energy , Engines , Heat , Hydrogen , Membranes , Optical mirrors , Shapes , Solar radiation , Air-supported structures

Determination of the Distribution of Incident Solar Radiation in Cavity Receivers With Approximately Real Parabolic Dish Collectors

K. Bammert, A. Hegazy, H. Lange

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 237–243. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929929

Abstract

View articletitled, Determination of the Distribution of Incident Solar Radiation in Cavity Receivers With Approximately Real Parabolic Dish Collectors

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Topics: Cavities , Solar radiation , Errors , Insulation , Radiation (Physics) , Tubing , Absorption , Approximation , Design , Solar heating

The Effect of Component Efficiency and Operating Conditions on the 50-kW Dish Stirling System in Riyadh, Saudia Arabia

Gerold W. Noyes

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 244–246. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929930

Abstract

View articletitled, The Effect of Component Efficiency and Operating Conditions on the 50-kW Dish Stirling System in Riyadh, Saudia Arabia

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Topics: Databases , Mirrors , Reflectance , Solar energy , System efficiency , Wind

Optimization of a Closed-Cycle OTEC System

Haruo Uehara, Yasuyuki Ikegami

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 247–256. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929931

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimization of a Closed-Cycle OTEC System

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Topics: Cycles , Ocean thermal energy conversion , Optimization , Heat exchangers , Seawater , Turbines , Blades , Fluids , Temperature

An Automation of Collector Testing and Modification of ANSI/ASHRAE 93-1986 Standard

B. J. Huang, S. W. Hsieh

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 257–267. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929932

Abstract

View articletitled, An Automation of Collector Testing and Modification of ANSI/ASHRAE 93-1986 Standard

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Topics: Testing , Steady state , Electromagnetic scattering , Uncertainty , Expert systems , Solar collectors , Testing performance

Reconcentration of Aqueous Solutions in a Packed Bed: A Simple Approach

P. Gandhidasan

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 268–272. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929933

View articletitled, Reconcentration of Aqueous Solutions in a Packed Bed: A Simple Approach

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Optimization of Thermal Mass in Commercial Building Applications

M. Judson Brown

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 273–279. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929934

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimization of Thermal Mass in Commercial Building Applications

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Topics: Commercial construction , Optimization , Design , Heat , Simulation , Stress , Construction , Heating and cooling , Thermal energy storage , HVAC equipment

Heat Transfer to Unfrosted Wind Convectors: Mathematical Modeling and Comparison With Experimental Results

D. P. Finn, P. F. Monaghan, P. H. Oosthuizen

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 280–286. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929935

Abstract

View articletitled, Heat Transfer to Unfrosted Wind Convectors: Mathematical Modeling and Comparison With Experimental Results

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Topics: Heat transfer , Modeling , Wind , Convection , Forced convection , Heat pumps , Latent heat , Radiation (Physics) , Simulation , Solar radiation

Development of an Outdoor Test Facility for Wind Convectors

P. F. Monaghan, D. P. Finn, P. H. Oosthuizen

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 287–292. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929936

Abstract

View articletitled, Development of an Outdoor Test Facility for Wind Convectors

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Topics: Test facilities , Wind , Heat transfer , Error analysis , Heat pumps , Measurement uncertainty , Sensors , Solar radiation , Temperature , Wind velocity

Analysis of Combined Radiation and Convection in a Particulate-Laden Liquid Film

Sunil Kumar, C. L. Tien

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 293–300. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929937

Abstract

View articletitled, Analysis of Combined Radiation and Convection in a Particulate-Laden Liquid Film

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Topics: Absorption , Computers , Convection , Design , Electromagnetic scattering , Emissions , Flow (Dynamics) , Liquid films , Particulate matter , Radiation (Physics)

A Comparative Study of the Aerodynamics of Several Wind Turbines Using Flow Visualization

D. M. Eggleston, K. Starcher

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 301–309. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929938

Abstract

View articletitled, A Comparative Study of the Aerodynamics of Several Wind Turbines Using Flow Visualization

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Topics: Aerodynamics , Flow visualization , Wind turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number , Separation (Technology) , Airfoils , Boundary layers , Bubbles , Chords (Trusses)

Yaw Loads and Motions of a Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine

A. C. Hansen, C. P. Butterfield, X. Cui

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 310–314. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929939

Abstract

View articletitled, Yaw Loads and Motions of a Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine

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Topics: Horizontal axis wind turbines , Stress , Yaw , Rotors , Aerodynamics , Computers , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Pressure , Solar energy , Wakes

Evaluation of Prediction Methodology for Blade Loads on a Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine

John R. Hartin

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 315–319. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929941

Abstract

View articletitled, Evaluation of Prediction Methodology for Blade Loads on a Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine

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Topics: Blades , Horizontal axis wind turbines , Stress , Rotors , Aerodynamics , Design , Fatigue life , Geometry , Machinery , Simulation

Effects of Trees on Wind Flow Variability and Turbulence

D. L. Elliott, J. C. Barnard

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 320–325. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929942

Abstract

View articletitled, Effects of Trees on Wind Flow Variability and Turbulence

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Turbulence , Wind , Surface roughness , Wind velocity , Cycles , Stress , Wind turbines

Prediction of Stochastic Blade Responses Using Measured Wind-Speed Data as Input to the Flap Code

A. D. Wright, R. W. Thresher

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1990, 112(4): 326–332. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2929943

Abstract

View articletitled, Prediction of Stochastic Blade Responses Using Measured Wind-Speed Data as Input to the Flap Code

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Topics: Blades , Wind velocity , Turbulence , Stress , Rotors , Curve fitting , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Structural dynamics , Time series , Turbines

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Research Papers

Inflatable Concentrators for Solar Propulsion and Dynamic Space Power

Determination of the Distribution of Incident Solar Radiation in Cavity Receivers With Approximately Real Parabolic Dish Collectors

The Effect of Component Efficiency and Operating Conditions on the 50-kW Dish Stirling System in Riyadh, Saudia Arabia

Optimization of a Closed-Cycle OTEC System

An Automation of Collector Testing and Modification of ANSI/ASHRAE 93-1986 Standard

Reconcentration of Aqueous Solutions in a Packed Bed: A Simple Approach

Optimization of Thermal Mass in Commercial Building Applications

Heat Transfer to Unfrosted Wind Convectors: Mathematical Modeling and Comparison With Experimental Results

Development of an Outdoor Test Facility for Wind Convectors

Analysis of Combined Radiation and Convection in a Particulate-Laden Liquid Film

A Comparative Study of the Aerodynamics of Several Wind Turbines Using Flow Visualization

Yaw Loads and Motions of a Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine

Evaluation of Prediction Methodology for Blade Loads on a Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine

Effects of Trees on Wind Flow Variability and Turbulence

Prediction of Stochastic Blade Responses Using Measured Wind-Speed Data as Input to the Flap Code

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