Review on greenhouse microclimate and application: Design parameters, thermal modeling and simulation, climate controlling technologies

This paper provides an updated literature review about greenhouse systems and helps to identify the most preferable characteristics of a greenhouse for diverse climates and operating conditions. Data on appropriate properties of the covering materials and comparisons of several cladding materials we...

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Published in:Solar energy 2019-10, Vol.191, p.109-137
Main Authors: Choab, Noureddine, Allouhi, Amine, El Maakoul, Anas, Kousksou, Tarik, Saadeddine, Said, Jamil, Abdelmajid
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Climate
Climate models
Computer simulation
Desalination
Design parameters
Driers
Greenhouse application
Greenhouse covering materials
Greenhouse design parameters
Greenhouse in extreme environments
Greenhouse microclimate controlling technologies
Greenhouse thermal modeling and simulation
Greenhouses
Literature reviews
Microclimate
Seawater
Solar energy
Thermal analysis
Thermal simulation
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Summary:This paper provides an updated literature review about greenhouse systems and helps to identify the most preferable characteristics of a greenhouse for diverse climates and operating conditions. Data on appropriate properties of the covering materials and comparisons of several cladding materials were extensively discussed. The selection process of the greenhouse shape and orientation for different climates is presented, and comparisons between several shapes and orientations are made. This paper also examines the existing thermal models and simulation tools used to optimize the thermal operating conditions of the greenhouse. Furthermore, many recent studies are presented where greenhouses are combined with several systems to provide a favorable microclimate for crops, under extreme, tropical and subtropical climates. Finally, other applications such as greenhouse dryers and seawater greenhouse desalination are also discussed.
ISSN:0038-092X
1471-1257
DOI:10.1016/j.solener.2019.08.042