Using the Taguchi method and grey relational analysis to optimize the flat-plate collector process with multiple quality characteristics in solar energy collector manufacturing

Kuo, Chung‐Feng Jeffrey; Su, Te‐Li; Jhang, Po-Ruei; Huang, Chuanjun; Chiu, Chin-Hsun

doi:10.1016/j.energy.2011.03.065

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“…In the following, a trial is performed to estimate the optimum threshold for each design parameter for maximum power output and determine the most significant control parameters of the system 45 , 46 .…”

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Parametric optimisation for the design of gravity energy storage system using Taguchi method

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Gravitational energy storage systems are among the proper methods that can be used with renewable energy. However, these systems are highly affected by their design parameters. This paper presents a novel investigation of different design features of gravity energy storage systems. A theoretical model was developed using MATLAB SIMULINK to simulate the performance of the gravitational energy storage system while changing its design parameters. A parametric optimization study was also conducted using Taguchi and analysis of variance (ANOVA) techniques for optimizing the energy storage rate. Six parameters were studied; three are related to the piston design (diameter, height, and material density). The other parameters are the return pipe diameter, length, and charging/discharging time. Results revealed that the piston diameter and height are the two most significant parameters for the system performance compared to the other parameters, as they contributed by 35.11% and 30.28%, respectively. The optimization results indicated that the optimal piston diameter, height, and return pipe diameter were 0.25, 0.5, and 0.01 of the container height. The outcomes of this paper can significantly improve energy storage and power generation from renewable energy systems as it provides a reliable, economical, sustainable, and durable energy storage system.

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Parametric optimisation for the design of gravity energy storage system using Taguchi method

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“…36 In general, the value of the distinguishing coefficient is set to 0.5. 32 In addition, the sensitivity analysis by varying the distinguishing coefficient is shown in the experiment results…”

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“…Therefore, the studies combined the Taguchi method with the grey relational analysis theory to analyse multiple qualities simultaneously. 30–32 This approach was also utilized to optimize multiple qualities of RP technologies. Wang et al 33 analysed the optimum process parameters for the tensile strength, dimensional accuracy, and surface toughness on the FDM process.…”

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Multi-objective optimization of process parameters in an area-forming rapid prototyping system using the Taguchi method and a grey relational analysis

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The rapid prototyping technique has been developed over several decades. As the application becomes more widespread, the qualities of the parts produced by a rapid prototyping system must be considered. The area-forming rapid prototyping system is an emerging technology. This system has the advantage of a short build time but displays a weakness in the dimensional accuracy and surface roughness. To improve these weaknesses and simultaneously maintain a short build time, this study optimizes the process parameters using the grey relational Taguchi method. From the results, the best combinations of process parameters both for each quality and for multiple qualities are discovered. The optimization of process parameters is verified using the extra samples.

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“…Numerous academics are looking at flat plate solar collectors as a potential source of renewable energy and mitigating their potential environmental problems [16,17]. The use of nanofluids as an absorbing medium for solar energy collecting and increasing the efficiency of solar plate collectors has received significant attention in recent years.…”

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Thermodynamic Analysis of a Flat Plate Solar Collector with Different Hybrid Nanofluids as Working Medium—A Thermal Modelling Approach

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In this study, the performance of hybrid nanofluids in a flat plate solar collector was analysed based on various parameters such as entropy generation, exergy efficiency, heat transfer enhancement, pumping power, and pressure drop. Five different base fluids were used, including water, ethylene glycol, methanol, radiator coolant, and engine oil, to make five types of hybrids nanofluids containing suspended CuO and MWCNT nanoparticles. The nanofluids were evaluated at nanoparticle volume fractions ranging from 1% to 3% and flow rates of 1 to 3.5 L/min. The analytical results revealed that the CuO-MWCNT/water nanofluid performed the best in reducing entropy generation at both volume fractions and volume flow rate when compared to the other nanofluids studied. Although CuO-MWCNT/methanol showed better heat transfer coefficients than CuO-MWCNT/water, it generated more entropy and had lower exergy efficiency. The CuO-MWCNT/water nanofluid not only had higher exergy efficiency and thermal performance but also showed promising results in reducing entropy generation.

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Using the Taguchi method and grey relational analysis to optimize the flat-plate collector process with multiple quality characteristics in solar energy collector manufacturing

Cited by 88 publications

References 16 publications

Parametric optimisation for the design of gravity energy storage system using Taguchi method

Parametric optimisation for the design of gravity energy storage system using Taguchi method

Multi-objective optimization of process parameters in an area-forming rapid prototyping system using the Taguchi method and a grey relational analysis

Thermodynamic Analysis of a Flat Plate Solar Collector with Different Hybrid Nanofluids as Working Medium—A Thermal Modelling Approach

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