Concentrating solar technologies for industrial process heat

Häberle, Andreas; Krüger, Dirk

doi:10.1016/b978-0-12-819970-1.00011-6

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“…Each CSP technology has pros and cons. However, the parabolic trough system (PTC) is the lowest-cost [24] and most widely used CSP technology in the world [24,25].…”

Section: M'sila's Solar Potential Applicationsmentioning

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“…Each CSP technology has pros and cons. However, the parabolic trough system (PTC) is the lowest-cost[24] and most widely used CSP technology in the world[24,25].To give an idea, without making any calculation, the Kanchanaburi site in Thailand has an average daily horizontal irradiation estimated at 4.88 kWh/m 2 /day, which is closer to that of M'Sila. Since 2012, this site has produced 8000 MWh/year of green electricity using a 5 MW commercial PTC plant installed in an area of 1,100,000 m 2[8].Likewise, the amount of electrical power generated directly by PV systems differs depending on the technology used.…”

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Solar Energy Potential Evaluation. Case of Study: M'Sila, an Algerian Province

Kherbiche¹,

Ihaddadène²,

Ihaddadène³

et al. 2021

IJSDP

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Solar energy is the most important green energy source that may be used to address the problems caused by conventional energy sources. The research in this paper aims to evaluate the solar energy potential of M'Sila, an Algerian internal region, and to determine which technology, among those currently available on the market, is adequate for harnessing that potential for electricity production (PV and CSP). This assessment was based on data (daily temperature and daily solar irradiation) collected at M'Sila weather station for one year and from the NASA site for 34 years from 1984 to 2017. These data were treated with excel 2016 software to determine the total horizontal, diffuse and direct normal solar irradiation. During the study period, the total solar irradiation falling on a horizontal surface in M'Sila (GHI) was estimated to be 1.79 MWh/m2/year. The diffuse solar irradiation incident on a horizontal surface (DHI) and direct normal irradiation, respectively, were estimated to be 594.88 kWh/m2/year, 2117.93 kWh/m2/year. M'Sila is a favourable land for the installation of concentrating solar power plants and photovoltaic panels due to its significant potential energy. The parabolic trough system is recommended. While polycrystalline PV modules should be promoted and installed in M'Sila.

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“…Each CSP technology has pros and cons. However, the parabolic trough system (PTC) is the lowest-cost [24] and most widely used CSP technology in the world [24,25].…”

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Solar Energy Potential Evaluation. Case of Study: M'Sila, an Algerian Province

Kherbiche¹,

Ihaddadène²,

Ihaddadène³

et al. 2021

IJSDP

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“…Solar energy is present at higher levels than other renewable energies in the world [1], which makes it an alternative source for the production of electrical and thermal energy [2], through the different existing technologies [3]. For the production of thermal energy, solar thermal systems stand out from photovoltaic systems due to their capacity to reach operating temperatures above 1000°C [4]. Solar thermal systems can be technologically classified into three systems [5]; (i) low-temperature (1D) systems that reach up to 100 °C, (ii) medium-temperature (2D) systems that reach temperatures up to 300 °C [6], and (iii) high temperature (3D) systems with temperatures around 1000 °C.…”

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Performance evaluation of a parabolic cylinder collector applying the Monte Carlo ray tracing method

Tarazona-Romero,

Castillo Leon,

Ascanio Villabona

et al. 2024

Sustainable Engineering and Innovation

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The purpose of this article is to evaluate the performance of a prototype parabolic trough collector for three proposed scenarios, where geometric designs with optical characteristics are tested according to the appropriate technological paradigm; low cost of maintenance and implementation, intensive local labor, materials and resources of the implementation area. The device was developed by the Energy, Automation and Control Systems Research Group GISEAC of the Unidades Tecnológicas de Santander for low-cost water heating; using materials and labor for its fabrication easily available locally. Monte Carlo ray tracing methodology was applied using the open-access software SolTrace and Tonatiuh. To select the geometric scenario to be simulated, the edge angle and the width of the primary reflection system of the device were varied. The results obtained showed that the aperture of the parabola has a direct impact on the drop in the concentration ratio (CR) percentage value and the performance of the prototype.

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“…Additionally, the usage of CSP/CSE for direct heat production in industrial processes presents a huge potential, but only if costeffective solutions are developed for each specific application. [21][22][23][24] This study focuses on evaluating the potential for solar thermal generation in Santa Fe province, Argentina, where no solar thermal plants have been reported. The province has intense agricultural and industrial activities, particularly related to the industrialization of soybeans and other grains, making it a valuable opportunity to integrate renewable solar energy into industrial processes.…”

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“…Although CSP/CSE plants have been built in various countries, they are considered expensive to install in remote areas or in countries where they have not been previously implemented, such as developing and least‐developed countries. Additionally, the usage of CSP/CSE for direct heat production in industrial processes presents a huge potential, but only if cost‐effective solutions are developed for each specific application 21‐24 …”

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Evaluation of solar thermal energy capture and storage alternatives for indirect steam generation: A case study

Zoratti

Godoy

2023

Energy Storage

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This study analyzes the integration of a solar thermal plant for indirect steam generation in a typical industrial process with thermal energy requirements. Solar irradiation is computed using a validated predictive model in Santa Fe province, Argentina. Three configurations are proposed, consisting of parabolic trough collectors and thermal storage tanks. Performance indicators, such as generated energy, resulting solar fraction (the fraction of the industrial process' thermal requirements met by solar energy), and necessary solar field area, are evaluated for each configuration. A specific energy map is generated, showing the solar generation potential at each location. For required solar fractions of 20%‐25%, incorporating a thermal storage system does not provide any benefits as the solar plant does not produce enough energy to contribute to the industrial process during winter months. For required solar fractions of 30%‐35%, the resulting solar fraction can be increased to 42%‐45% with additional capture area and thermal storage capacity. For required solar fractions of 37%‐40%, the thermal storage improves the efficiency of the solar plant, resulting in a solar fraction of 50%‐60%, allowing the industrial process to receive energy for at least 6 h a day throughout the year. It is concluded that these configurations are suitable for providing a portion of the industrial process' thermal requirements.

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Concentrating solar technologies for industrial process heat

Cited by 17 publications

References 2 publications

Solar Energy Potential Evaluation. Case of Study: M'Sila, an Algerian Province

Solar Energy Potential Evaluation. Case of Study: M'Sila, an Algerian Province

Performance evaluation of a parabolic cylinder collector applying the Monte Carlo ray tracing method

Evaluation of solar thermal energy capture and storage alternatives for indirect steam generation: A case study

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