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JOURNAL OF MECHANICS
Volume 27, Issue 2, Pages N19-N23Publisher
CAMBRIDGE UNIV PRESS
DOI: 10.1017/jmech.2011.34
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Solar; Thermal energy; Storage; Hybrid; Optimization
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In this work, a method for increasing the storage capability of a solar thermal energy system has been discussed. The system includes two tanks with the flexibility in choosing the best storage medium on the basis of the solar collector's outlet temperature. The results show that using such a hybrid storage system, the storable energy can be increased. Comparing the results with those for simple common storage systems, the extent of improvement was calculated. For verification of the results, a small pilot system was assembled. The test apparatus operated during 2008-2009 cold months and the parameters were recorded. Comparison of the theoretical and experimental results showed a good agreement.
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