Solar Air Conditioning Study

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Title
Solar Air Conditioning Study
Report Number
CR 77.018
Creator
Merriam, Richard
Corporate Author
Arthur D. Little, Inc.
Corporate Report Number
C-79679
Date
1977
Date Issued
1977-04
Date Modified
Scanned and posted 2024-01-30
Extent
145
Contract
N68305-76-C-0029
NTRL Accession Number
ADA043951
Identifier
ADA043951
Format
1 online resource
Abstract
The state-of-the-art of solar cooling is evaluated to determine the near term performance potentials and life-cycle costs of the most promising approaches. The heat actuated absorption cycle, Rankine cycle, and desiccant dehumidification cycle are examined. The principles of operation are described, performance coefficients are reviewed, operating constraints are examined, and the commercial status of each approach is evaluated. An analysis of the major solar cooling demonstrations (as of 1976) is carried out. Savings-to-investment ratios are calculated for solar cooling systems in buildings in seven locations within the United States.
Description
The state-of-the-art of solar cooling is evaluated to determine the near term performance potentials and life-cycle costs of the most promising approaches. The heat actuated absorption cycle, Rankine cycle, and desiccant dehumidification cycle are examined. The principles of operation are described, performance coefficients are reviewed, operating constraints are examined, and the commercial status of each approach is evaluated. An analysis of the major solar cooling demonstrations (as of 1976) is carried out. Savings-to-investment ratios are calculated for solar cooling systems in buildings in seven locations within the United States.
Distribution Classification
1
Distribution Conflict
No
DTIC Record Exists
Yes
Illinois Tech Related
No
Photo Quality
Not needed
Report Availability
Full text available
Type
report
Provenance
Solar Energy - Heat Transfer Labboratory, M.M.A.E. Deoartment, Illinois Institute of Technology
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