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creators_name: Emani, S.
creators_name: Vandrangi, S.K.
creators_name: Velidi, G.
creators_name: Ahmadi, M.H.
creators_name: Cárdenas Escorcia, Y.
creators_name: Jafet Nieto Pisciotti, A.
title: Effects of wavy structure, ambient conditions and solar intensities on flow and temperature distributions in a mini solar flat plate collector using computational fluid dynamics
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abstract: Mini solar flat plate collectors have gained traction due to their cost-effectiveness, high efficiency in converting solar radiation to heat energy, and versatility in residential and commercial applications, offering long lifespans with minimal maintenance. Optimizing the thermal performance of solar flat plate collectors using numerical simulations helps enhance their efficiency, making them even more appealing for small-scale heating and hot water applications. This study investigates the flow behavior and temperature distribution of air within a small-sized solar collector (286 � 800 � 70 mm) and optimizes its design for achieving the highest outlet air temperature. The optimization process included varying geometric parameters, such as the wavy structure hole diameter, and considering a range of operating conditions, including ambient conditions and solar intensities. This analysis aimed to understand the flow behavior and temperature distributions within the solar collector. The numerical studies provided valuable insights into the thermal and flow characteristics of the collector. The velocity distribution of the fluid within the collector aided in understanding the flow behavior, optimizing the flow path to minimize pressure drop, and maximizing heat transfer. Additionally, calculations were performed to determine total useful heat, outlet temperatures, and efficiencies. The study also discusses the optimal design and operating conditions for the collector. © 2023 The Author(s). Published by Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group.
date: 2023
publisher: Taylor and Francis Ltd.
official_url: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85165990620&doi=10.1080%2f19942060.2023.2236179&partnerID=40&md5=09530a05b1c3877003f8cb7814f1e151
id_number: 10.1080/19942060.2023.2236179
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publication: Engineering Applications of Computational Fluid Mechanics
volume: 17
number: 1
refereed: TRUE
issn: 19942060
citation:   Emani, S. and Vandrangi, S.K. and Velidi, G. and Ahmadi, M.H. and Cárdenas Escorcia, Y. and Jafet Nieto Pisciotti, A.  (2023) Effects of wavy structure, ambient conditions and solar intensities on flow and temperature distributions in a mini solar flat plate collector using computational fluid dynamics.  Engineering Applications of Computational Fluid Mechanics, 17 (1).   ISSN 19942060