Mathematical modeling of double-stage humidification compression desalination: Series and parallel configurations

Abedi, Marzieh; Ghalavand, Younes; Ghalavand, Arezoo

doi:10.1016/j.enconman.2021.114210

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“…These values were significantly better than those of the other two single-stage configurations (Case A and Case B) assessed by the authors [103]. An experimental performance comparison between the series and parallel configurations was carried out by Abedi et al [102] who focused on a two-stage HC-based VP-HDH system. The authors studied the effect of the second humidifier pressure, the temperature difference in the heat exchangers, and the seawater flow fraction to the first humidifier (in the parallel configuration).…”

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“…In general, multi-staging has been reported to be a good strategy to enhance the performance of VP-HDH systems. However, this would ultimately depend on the particular process arrangement and the energy pinch [102]. The process flow diagrams of a two-stage humidification in series and in parallel are depicted in Figures 11 and 12, respectively.…”

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Enhanced Humidification–Dehumidification (HDH) Systems for Sustainable Water Desalination

Luberti,

Capocelli

2023

Energies

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Water scarcity is a pressing global issue driving the need for efficient and sustainable water reuse and desalination technologies. In the last two decades, humidification–dehumidification (HDH) has emerged as a promising method for small-scale and decentralized systems. This paper presents a comprehensive review of recent scientific literature highlighting key advancements, challenges, and potential future directions of HDH research. Because the HDH process suffers from low heat and mass transfer, as well as thermodynamic limitations due to the mild operating conditions, this work indicates three main strategies for HDH enhancement: (1) Advanced Heat and Mass Transfer Techniques, (2) Integration with Other Technologies, and (3) Optimization of System Operative Conditions. Particularly for advanced HDH systems, the reference GOR values exceed 3, and certain studies have demonstrated the potential to achieve even higher values, approaching 10. In terms of recovery ratio, there appear to be no significant process constraints, as recycling the brine prepared in innovative schemes can surpass values of 50%. Considering electricity costs, the reference range falls between 1 and 3 kWh m–3. Notably, multi-stage processes and system couplings can lead to increased pressure drops and, consequently, higher electricity costs. Although consistent data are lacking, a baseline SEC reference value is approximately 360 kJ kg–1, corresponding to 100 kWh m–3. For comparable SEC data, it is advisable to incorporate both thermal and electric inputs, using a reference power plant efficiency of 0.4 in converting thermal duty to electrical power. When considering the utilization of low-temperature solar and waste heat, the proposed exergy-based comparison of the process is vital; this perspective reveals that a low-carbon HDH desalination domain, with II-law efficiencies surpassing 0.10, can be achieved.

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confidence: 89%

Section: Optimization Of System Operative Conditionsmentioning

confidence: 99%