Numerical modelling of convective layers in solar ponds

This paper involves the prediction of convective layers on the sidewalls of a solar pond. A three-dimensional finite-volume method for incompressible flows with different initial and boundary conditions is applied for the solution of convective layers generated on solar pond walls. A parametric stud...

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Published in:Solar energy 2004-01, Vol.77 (3), p.339-345
Main Authors: Jubran, B.A., Al-Abdali, H., Al-Hiddabi, S., Al-Hinai, H., Zurigat, Y.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Convective cells
Energy
Exact sciences and technology
Natural energy
Numerical modelling
Solar energy
Solar energy storage
Solar ponds
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Summary:This paper involves the prediction of convective layers on the sidewalls of a solar pond. A three-dimensional finite-volume method for incompressible flows with different initial and boundary conditions is applied for the solution of convective layers generated on solar pond walls. A parametric study was conducted to predict the effects of wall tilt angle and salt concentration on the characteristics of the convective layers. Comparison of the present numerical results with experimental data from previous studies shows that it is possible to capture the flow features of the convective layers. Furthermore, the trends predicted for the effects of the tilt angles and the salt concentrations agrees well with that obtained from experimental data.
ISSN:0038-092X
1471-1257
DOI:10.1016/j.solener.2004.04.004