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View article: Techno-economic feasibility of pipeline and mobile thermal energy storage for liquid desiccant transport
Techno-economic feasibility of pipeline and mobile thermal energy storage for liquid desiccant transport Open
The use of desiccant solutions for heat recovery, transport and use offers an alternative to conventional district heating and cooling networks, providing heating, cooling, moisture control and drying in one multi-service system. Desiccant…
View article: Experimental and numerical investigation to optimise liquid desiccant system for advanced air conditioning
Experimental and numerical investigation to optimise liquid desiccant system for advanced air conditioning Open
This study aims to experimentally demonstrate a liquid desiccant systems effectiveness by using thermo-chemical fluid, such as aqueous solution of calcium chloride. This study evaluated the effect of operating temperatures on air propertie…
View article: Performance assessment of packed bed systems for humidity control in greenhouse applications: An experimental based AI modelling approach
Performance assessment of packed bed systems for humidity control in greenhouse applications: An experimental based AI modelling approach Open
Optimal humidity control is essential for enhancing crop yields and ensuring favourable growth conditions in greenhouse agriculture. Packed bed devices are effective tools for regulating humidity levels; however, accurately assessing their…
View article: Performance assessment of packed bed systems for humidity control in greenhouse applications: An experimental based AI modelling approach
Performance assessment of packed bed systems for humidity control in greenhouse applications: An experimental based AI modelling approach Open
Optimal humidity control is essential for enhancing crop yields and ensuring favourable growth conditions in greenhouse agriculture. Packed bed devices are effective tools for regulating humidity levels; however, accurately assessing their…
View article: Experimental investigation of a mixed desiccant solution of potassium formate and ionic liquid
Experimental investigation of a mixed desiccant solution of potassium formate and ionic liquid Open
Liquid desiccant technology is a promising energy-efficient alternative to conventional temperature and humidity control systems. In the quest to identify the optimal fluid for liquid desiccant systems, alternative desiccant solutions have…
View article: Hydrogen-fueled transportation as a measure for climate change mitigation: Social perspectives
Hydrogen-fueled transportation as a measure for climate change mitigation: Social perspectives Open
Due to the technical requirements and diversity in business models, use cases, and organizational structures, hydrogen is perceived as a possible means for decarbonizing the freight sector. This chapter presents the qualitative research co…
View article: Hydrogen technology and prospective development
Hydrogen technology and prospective development Open
In addition to the conventional use of hydrogen by industry, hydrogen is considered globally as a potential new low- and zero-carbon energy carrier for transport and buildings sectors. The properties of hydrogen present technical requireme…
View article: Technology roadmap for hydrogen-fuelled transportation in the UK
Technology roadmap for hydrogen-fuelled transportation in the UK Open
Transportation is the sector responsible for the largest greenhouse gas emission in the UK. To mitigate its impact on the environment and move towards net-zero emissions by 2050, hydrogen-fuelled transportation has been explored through re…
View article: Techno-economic assessment of offshore wind-to-hydrogen scenarios: A UK case study
Techno-economic assessment of offshore wind-to-hydrogen scenarios: A UK case study Open
The installed capacity, electricity generation from wind, and the curtailment of wind power in the UK between 2011 and 2021 showed that penetration levels of wind energy and the amount of energy that is curtailed in future would continue t…
View article: A techno-economic evaluation of low-grade excess heat recovery and liquid desiccant-based temperature and humidity control in automotive paint shops
A techno-economic evaluation of low-grade excess heat recovery and liquid desiccant-based temperature and humidity control in automotive paint shops Open
The paint shop is the most energy-intensive process in an automotive manufacturing plant, with air management systems that supply air to paint booths consuming the most energy. These systems are crucial for temperature and humidity control…
View article: Liquid desiccant dehumidification and regeneration process: Advancing correlations for moisture and enthalpy effectiveness
Liquid desiccant dehumidification and regeneration process: Advancing correlations for moisture and enthalpy effectiveness Open
The paper developed correlations for predicting moisture and enthalpy effectiveness of the liquid desiccant dehumidification and regeneration process. Experimental dehumidification and regeneration data available from the literature with d…
View article: Biodiesel: Emissions and Control, Challenges, Potential and Prospects
Biodiesel: Emissions and Control, Challenges, Potential and Prospects Open
Engine manufacturers contemplate adapting technical modifications, exhaust after-treatment options and a shift towards novel combustion concepts. The present study establishes a platform to portray the performance-emission-stability respon…
View article: An overview of solutions for airborne viral transmission reduction related to HVAC systems including liquid desiccant air-scrubbing
An overview of solutions for airborne viral transmission reduction related to HVAC systems including liquid desiccant air-scrubbing Open
The world is facing on-going challenges due to the spread of the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, which is affecting the health of people worldwide and the economy of countries. Social distancing, lockdown and quarantine measures have been implemen…
View article: Moving towards low-carbon manufacturing in the UK automotive industry
Moving towards low-carbon manufacturing in the UK automotive industry Open
The automotive industry is facing on-going challenges to improve the sustainability of its manufacturing processes and vehicle emission. Policies are one of the main drivers towards low-carbon manufacturing. In this work, the UK regulation…
View article: Thermodynamics and economics of liquid desiccants for heating, ventilation and air-conditioning – An overview
Thermodynamics and economics of liquid desiccants for heating, ventilation and air-conditioning – An overview Open
In an effort to minimise electricity consumption and greenhouse gases emissions, the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning sector has focused its attention on developing alternative solutions to electrically-driven vapour-compression c…
View article: Use Cases with Economics and Simulation for Thermo-Chemical District Networks
Use Cases with Economics and Simulation for Thermo-Chemical District Networks Open
Thermo-chemical networks using absorption and desorption to capture and valorise the potential of very low-grade residual heat (20 °C to 60 °C) to offer a reduction of end user costs and increased primary energy efficiency. The paper demon…