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Guest Editorial

Special Issue of ASME JSEE on Integrated/Sustainable Building Equipment and Systems Notes From Guest Editors

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 040301. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025645

View articletitled, Special Issue of ASME JSEE on Integrated/Sustainable Building Equipment and Systems Notes From Guest Editors

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Topics: Green buildings , Structures , Energy efficiency

Research Papers

Numerical Simulation Coupled With MCRT Method to Study the Effect of Plug Diameter and Its Position on Outlet Temperature and the Efficiency of LS-2 Parabolic Trough Collector

Omid Karimi Sadaghiyani, Nader pourmahmoud, Iraj Mirzaee

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 041001. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024475

Abstract

View articletitled, Numerical Simulation Coupled With MCRT Method to Study the Effect of Plug Diameter and Its Position on Outlet Temperature and the Efficiency of LS-2 Parabolic Trough Collector

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Topics: Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Parabolic troughs , Temperature , Heat flux , Fluids

Measurement of Solar Radiance Profiles With the Sun and Aureole Measurement System

S. Wilbert, B. Reinhardt, J. DeVore, M. Röger, R. Pitz-Paal, C. Gueymard, R. Buras

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 041002. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024244

Abstract

View articletitled, Measurement of Solar Radiance Profiles With the Sun and Aureole Measurement System

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Topics: Aerosols , Algorithms , Disks , Electromagnetic scattering , Instrumentation , Measurement systems , Radiance , Radiation (Physics) , Radiation scattering , Scattering (Physics)

Optimization of the Mass Flow Rate Distribution of an Open Volumetric Air Receiver

Nils Ahlbrink, Joel Andersson, Moritz Diehl, Robert Pitz-Paal

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 041003. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024245

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimization of the Mass Flow Rate Distribution of an Open Volumetric Air Receiver

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Topics: Design , Flow (Dynamics) , Optimization , Temperature , Density , Pressure drop

Development of Scalable and Low-Cost Polymer Solar Cell Test Platform

B. Reeja-Jayan, Nicholas Folse, Arumugam Manthiram

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 041004. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024246

Abstract

View articletitled, Development of Scalable and Low-Cost Polymer Solar Cell Test Platform

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Topics: Polymers , Solar cells , Computer software , Instrumentation

Microscale Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation for Wind Mapping Over Complex Topographic Terrains

Ashkan Rasouli, Horia Hangan

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 041005. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024124

Abstract

View articletitled, Microscale Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation for Wind Mapping Over Complex Topographic Terrains

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Simulation , Surface roughness , Wind , Turbulence

A Transient Immersed Coil Heat Exchanger Model

William R. Logie, Elimar Frank

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 041006. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023928

Abstract

View articletitled, A Transient Immersed Coil Heat Exchanger Model

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Topics: Convection , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat exchangers , Simulation , Temperature , Transients (Dynamics) , Solar energy , Heat transfer , Fluids , Heat

Thermodynamic Study of Advanced Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Power Cycles for Concentrating Solar Power Systems

Craig S. Turchi, Zhiwen Ma, Ty W. Neises, Michael J. Wagner

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 041007. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024030

Abstract

View articletitled, Thermodynamic Study of Advanced Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Power Cycles for Concentrating Solar Power Systems

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Topics: Brayton cycle , Cycles , Heat exchangers , Supercritical carbon dioxide , Temperature , Turbines , Compressors , Cooling , Thermodynamic power cycles

Investigation of a High-Temperature Packed-Bed Sensible Heat Thermal Energy Storage System With Large-Sized Elements

Sarada Kuravi, Jamie Trahan, Yogi Goswami, Chand Jotshi, Elias Stefanakos, Nitin Goel

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 041008. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023969

Abstract

View articletitled, Investigation of a High-Temperature Packed-Bed Sensible Heat Thermal Energy Storage System With Large-Sized Elements

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Topics: Bricks , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , High temperature , Insulation , Storage , Temperature , Thermal energy storage , Porosity , Heat transfer

Buoyancy Driven Mass Transfer in a Liquid Desiccant Storage Tank

Josh A. Quinnell, Jane H. Davidson

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 041009. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024249

Abstract

View articletitled, Buoyancy Driven Mass Transfer in a Liquid Desiccant Storage Tank

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Topics: Absorption , Buoyancy , Density , Fluids , Heat exchangers , Mass transfer , Storage , Storage tanks , Temperature , Water

Parametric Analysis of a High Temperature Sensible Heat Storage System by Numerical Simulations

Luigi Mongibello, Mauro Atrigna, Giorgio Graditi

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 041010. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024125

Abstract

View articletitled, Parametric Analysis of a High Temperature Sensible Heat Storage System by Numerical Simulations

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Computer simulation , Fluids , Furnaces , Heat storage , High temperature , Storage , Temperature , Solar energy , Particulate matter

Power Gain and Daily Improvement Factor in Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Systems With Maximum Power Point Tracking Charge Regulators. Case of Study: South of Spain

F. J. Muñoz, G. Jiménez, M. Fuentes, J. D. Aguilar

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 041011. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025205

Abstract

View articletitled, Power Gain and Daily Improvement Factor in Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Systems With Maximum Power Point Tracking Charge Regulators. Case of Study: South of Spain

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Topics: Batteries , Control equipment , Temperature , Photovoltaic power systems

Integrated Sustainable Equipment and Systems for Buildings

Examining the LEED Rating System Using Inverse Optimization

Sarina D. O. Turner, Timothy C. Y. Chan

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 040901. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025221

Abstract

View articletitled, Examining the LEED Rating System Using Inverse Optimization

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Structures

The Effects of Orientation on Energy Consumption in Buildings in Kazakhstan

Serik Tokbolat, Raikhan Tokpatayeva, Sarim Naji Al-Zubaidy

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 040902. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025427

Abstract

View articletitled, The Effects of Orientation on Energy Consumption in Buildings in Kazakhstan

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Topics: Design , Energy consumption , Heating , Simulation , Structures , Construction

An Innovative Technology Development for Building Humidification and Energy Efficiency

Dexin Wang, Ainan Bao, William Liss

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 040903. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025426

Abstract

View articletitled, An Innovative Technology Development for Building Humidification and Energy Efficiency

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Topics: Flue gases , Furnaces , Membranes , Technology development , Water vapor , Separation (Technology) , Water

On the Environmental Sustainability of Building Integrated Solar Technologies in a Coastal City

B. Lebassi, J. E. González, R. D. Bornstein

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 040904. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025507

Abstract

View articletitled, On the Environmental Sustainability of Building Integrated Solar Technologies in a Coastal City

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Topics: Cities , Shorelines , Simulation , Solar energy , Temperature , Seas , Sustainability , Resolution (Optics) , Heat

Domestic Hot Water Storage Tank: Design and Analysis for Improving Thermal Stratification

Nathan Devore, Henry Yip, Jinny Rhee

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 040905. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025517

Abstract

View articletitled, Domestic Hot Water Storage Tank: Design and Analysis for Improving Thermal Stratification

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Topics: Design , Heat exchangers , Hot water , Temperature , Thermal stratification , Simulation , Solar energy , Storage tanks

A New Modeling Approach to Forecast Building Energy Demands During Extreme Heat Events in Complex Cities

Estatio Gutiérrez, Jorge E. González, Robert Bornstein, Mark Arend, Alberto Martilli

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 040906. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025510

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View articletitled, A New Modeling Approach to Forecast Building Energy Demands During Extreme Heat Events in Complex Cities

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Topics: Cities , Heat , Temperature , Waves , Simulation , Modeling , Energy consumption , Structures

Performance of Thermoactive Foundations for Commercial Buildings

Byung Chang Kwag, Moncef Krarti

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 040907. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025587

Abstract

View articletitled, Performance of Thermoactive Foundations for Commercial Buildings

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Topics: Climate , Computer simulation , Concretes , Design , Fluids , Heat , Heat exchangers , Heating and cooling , Pipes , Sensitivity analysis

Design Optimization of Energy Efficient Office Buildings in Tunisia

Pyeongchan Ihm, Moncef Krarti

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 040908. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4025588

Abstract

View articletitled, Design Optimization of Energy Efficient Office Buildings in Tunisia

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Topics: Design , Life cycle costing , Optimization , Structures , Energy consumption , Energy efficiency , Roofs , Daylighting

Technical Briefs

Operational Performance of the University of Minnesota 45 kW_e High-Flux Solar Simulator

Katherine R. Krueger, Wojciech Lipiński, Jane H. Davidson

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2013, 135(4): 044501. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4023595

Abstract

View articletitled, Operational Performance of the University of Minnesota 45 kW<sub>e</sub> High-Flux Solar Simulator

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Topics: Radiation (Physics) , Solar energy

Guest Editorial

Special Issue of ASME JSEE on Integrated/Sustainable Building Equipment and Systems Notes From Guest Editors

Research Papers

Numerical Simulation Coupled With MCRT Method to Study the Effect of Plug Diameter and Its Position on Outlet Temperature and the Efficiency of LS-2 Parabolic Trough Collector

Measurement of Solar Radiance Profiles With the Sun and Aureole Measurement System

Optimization of the Mass Flow Rate Distribution of an Open Volumetric Air Receiver

Development of Scalable and Low-Cost Polymer Solar Cell Test Platform

Microscale Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulation for Wind Mapping Over Complex Topographic Terrains

A Transient Immersed Coil Heat Exchanger Model

Thermodynamic Study of Advanced Supercritical Carbon Dioxide Power Cycles for Concentrating Solar Power Systems

Investigation of a High-Temperature Packed-Bed Sensible Heat Thermal Energy Storage System With Large-Sized Elements

Buoyancy Driven Mass Transfer in a Liquid Desiccant Storage Tank

Parametric Analysis of a High Temperature Sensible Heat Storage System by Numerical Simulations

Power Gain and Daily Improvement Factor in Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Systems With Maximum Power Point Tracking Charge Regulators. Case of Study: South of Spain

Integrated Sustainable Equipment and Systems for Buildings

Examining the LEED Rating System Using Inverse Optimization

The Effects of Orientation on Energy Consumption in Buildings in Kazakhstan

An Innovative Technology Development for Building Humidification and Energy Efficiency

On the Environmental Sustainability of Building Integrated Solar Technologies in a Coastal City

Domestic Hot Water Storage Tank: Design and Analysis for Improving Thermal Stratification

A New Modeling Approach to Forecast Building Energy Demands During Extreme Heat Events in Complex Cities

Performance of Thermoactive Foundations for Commercial Buildings

Design Optimization of Energy Efficient Office Buildings in Tunisia

Technical Briefs

Operational Performance of the University of Minnesota 45 kW_e High-Flux Solar Simulator

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