An optimization method and experimental results of a phase change storage system based on sodium acetate trihydrate
conference paper
The aim of the work was the development of a phase change thermal storage system based on a salt hydrate for short term storage of solar energy in house heating applications. This paper describes the last phase of this research.
The main characteristics of the selected s torage material are given. The special design features of the storage system are mentioned. A method to optimize the heat capacity and the heat transfer rate of the storage system is discussed. The results of a real time dynamic test on a prototype of this storage system are discussed.
The special design features have proven to lead towards a substantial improvement in overall system efficiency.
The main characteristics of the selected s torage material are given. The special design features of the storage system are mentioned. A method to optimize the heat capacity and the heat transfer rate of the storage system is discussed. The results of a real time dynamic test on a prototype of this storage system are discussed.
The special design features have proven to lead towards a substantial improvement in overall system efficiency.
TNO Identifier
246695
Publisher
D. Reidel
Source title
Proceedings of the EC contractors' meeting Solar energy applications to dwellings, Athens, GR, 11-13 November 1981
Editor(s)
Palz, W.
Steemers, T.C.
Steemers, T.C.
Place of publication
Dordrecht
Pages
124-129
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