This article provides an overview of recent advancements in the design and performance of flat plate solar collectors (FPSCs) for solar thermal power plants. The article highlights various strategies that have been explored to improve the efficiency of FPSCs, including the use of Micro Heat pipe Arrays, nano-materials, phase change materials, and novel tube geometries. The study emphasizes the importance of keeping costs low while improving overall collector efficiency and highlights the research gap in distinct aspects of FPSCs for heat enhancement. The article concludes that these advancements have the potential to significantly increase the use of solar thermal power, which could play a critical role in reducing our dependence on fossil fuels and mitigating climate change. This study examines the power potential and carbon emission reduction capabilities of solar collectors in India, taking into account the local climatic conditions and geographical location. The study also identifies major challenges and opportunities in the current research domain. Based on the analysis, the study highlights the opportunities for commercializing low cost solar plants in India.
Absorber Plate Flat Plate Solar Collector Heat Transfer Heat Pipe Nano Material Phase Change Material Tilt Angle
Birincil Dil | İngilizce |
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Konular | Termodinamik ve İstatistiksel Fizik |
Bölüm | Derlemeler |
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Yayımlanma Tarihi | 21 Mayıs 2024 |
Gönderilme Tarihi | 16 Aralık 2022 |
Yayımlandığı Sayı | Yıl 2024 Cilt: 10 Sayı: 3 |
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