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Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy

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ISSN (Online) 1941-7012
Published by American Institute of Physics (AIP)

[21 journals]

Conventional and global maximum power point tracking techniques in photovoltaic applications: A review
- Abstract: A. Pallavee Bhatnagar and B. R. K. Nema Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) is a technique employed to extract maximum power available from a photovoltaic (PV) module under varying atmospheric conditions. It traces the PV operating voltage corresponding to the maximum power point (MPP) and operates the panel at MPP. However, if a PV array ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 032701 (2013)] published Mon May 13, 2013.
Economic feasibility and environmental life cycle assessment of ethanol production from lignocellulosic feedstock in Pacific Northwest U.S.
- Abstract: Ankita Juneja, Deepak Kumar, and Ganti S. Murthy Bioethanol produced from the lignocellulosic feedstock is a potential alternative to fossil fuels in transportation sector and can help in reducing environmental burdens. Straw produced from perennial ryegrass (PR) and wheat is a non-food, cellulosic biomass resource available in abundance in the Pa ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 023142 (2013)] published Tue Apr 30, 2013.
Model study of combined wind and solar electricity production in Hungary
- Abstract: Imre M. Janosi Since large-scale and cheap energy storage is an unsolved problem, the main difficulty of using wind and solar electricity is caused by their intermittent nature. It is a widespread belief that the combination of the two renewable technologies generally improves the reliability and supply quality of ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 033102 (2013)] published Fri May 3, 2013.
Transport and interfacial transfer of electrons in dye-sensitized solar cells based on a TiO nanoparticle/TiO nanowire double-layer working electrode
- Abstract: Aixiang Wei, Zhipeng Zuo, Jun Liu, Kangbao Lin, and Yu Zhao Dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) with different thickness TiO nanoparticle films and a double-layer working electrode of TiO nanoparticle/TiO nanowire are fabricated. The influence of the TiO nanoparticle films thickness and of a light-scattering layer of TiO nanowire on the photovoltaic performan ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 033101 (2013)] published Fri May 3, 2013.
Solar cell parameters estimation from illuminated I-V characteristic using linear slope equations and Newton-Raphson technique
- Abstract: Shubham Raj, Ankit Kumar Sinha, and Ashish K. Panchal To extract maximum output power from a solar cell, it is essential to know the solar cell parameters such as the photo-current (I), the series resistance (R), the shunt resistance (R), the reverse saturation current (I), and the diode ideality factor (n). This paper presents new and simple methods f ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 033105 (2013)] published Fri May 3, 2013.
The simultaneous effect of a fairing tower and increased blade flexibility on a downwind mounted rotor
- Abstract: M. Reiso and M. Muskulus This is a parametric study on how blade and tower loads for a prototypical downwind offshore wind turbine are affected as the tower geometry and blade properties are changed. Downwind turbines have the potential to reduce the cost of energy, as blades can be more flexible and lighter, but the tower ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 033106 (2013)] published Fri May 3, 2013.
A comprehensive view on performance, emission, and combustion characteristics of biodiesel-diesel blends at advanced injection timings
- Abstract: A. Murugesan, D. Subramaniam, A. Avinash, and N. Nedunchezhian In this article, an endeavor has been made to assess the operating characteristics of a diesel engine fuelled with methyl esters of pungamia, ethyl esters of pungamia, and ethyl esters of neem, added to diesel by percentage volume ranging from B20 to B80. The test runs on diesel fuel in the first ph ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 033103 (2013)] published Fri May 3, 2013.
Optimization of biohydrogen production by Enterobacter species using artificial neural network and response surface methodology
- Abstract: P. Karthic, Shiny Joseph, Naveenji Arun, and S. Kumaravel Optimization studies on fermentative hydrogen production were investigated using a facultative bacteria namely, Enterobacter species (MTCC 7104). The present study emphasizes the application of mathematical tools such as response surface methodology (RSM) and artificial neural network (ANN) to predi ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 033104 (2013)] published Fri May 3, 2013.
The relationship between economic growth and biomass energy consumption in some European countries
- Abstract: Melike E. Bildirici and Fulya Ozaksoy In this paper, the causality analysis between biomass energy consumption and economic growth was investigated in the selected 10 countries by using Autoregressive Distributed Lag bounds testing approach and vector error-correction models. Annual data cover the period from 1960 to 2010. The short run ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 023141 (2013)] published Mon Apr 29, 2013.
An experimental study on the impacts of key parameters of all-glass evacuated tubes on the thermal performances of all-glass evacuated tube solar water heaters
- Abstract: Fangfang Ma, Wenfeng Gao, Tao Liu, Wenxian Lin, and Ming Li In this paper, the effects of the stagnation parameter Y, the solar irradiance under stagnation H, and the average heat loss coefficient U of individual all-glass evacuated solar collector tubes, which were identified as the major parameters to characterize the thermal performance of the tubes, on t ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 023140 (2013)] published Mon Apr 29, 2013.
Performance and emission evaluation of biodiesel fueled diesel engine abetted with exhaust gas recirculation and Ni coated catalytic converter
- Abstract: D. Subramaniam, A. Murugesan, and A. Avinash This article summarizes the results of a laboratory exertion to evaluate the performance and emission parameters of a single cylinder, water cooled, direct injection diesel engine with and without the aid of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), as well as with and without the assistance of nickel coated ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 023138 (2013)] published Thu Apr 25, 2013.
Preface to Special Topic: Selected Papers from the 7th International Energy Conference and the 1st Dalian National Laboratory Conference on Clean Energy, Dalian, China, 2012
- Abstract: Huamin Zhang Abstract not available. [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 021301 (2013)] published Thu Apr 25, 2013.
Resiliency in offshore wind farm communication networks
- Abstract: Kiran Gajrani, Krishan Gopal Sharma, and Annapurna Bhargava Wind energy is getting a considerable attention worldwide from the fraternity of the power system engineers as clean and green energy that can help reduce the carbon content and limit dependence on conventional fossil fuels. This has lead to the development of offshore wind farms in last few years. ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 023139 (2013)] published Thu Apr 25, 2013.
Development of superconducting wind turbine generators
- Abstract: Bogi B. Jensen, Nenad Mijatovic, and Asger B. Abrahamsen In this paper, the commercial activities in the field of superconducting machines, particularly superconducting wind turbine generators, are reviewed and presented. Superconducting generators have the potential to provide a compact and light weight drive train at high torques and slow rotational spe ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 023137 (2013)] published Fri Apr 12, 2013.
Computational fluid dynamics model development on transport phenomena coupling with reactions in intermediate temperature solid oxide fuel cells
- Abstract: Chao Yang, Guogang Yang, Danting Yue, Jinliang Yuan, and Bengt Sunden A 3D model is developed to describe an anode-supported planar solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC), by Ansys/Fluent evaluating reactions including methane steam reforming (MSR)/water-gas shift (WGSR) reactions in thick anode layer and H-O/CO-O electrochemical reactions in anode active layer, coupled with he ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 021420 (2013)] published Wed Apr 10, 2013.
Research on an optimal site selection model for desert photovoltaic power plants based on analytic hierarchy process and geographic information system
- Abstract: Jianhua Xiao, Zhengyi Yao, Jianjun Qu, and Jiahuan Sun Optimal site selection for desert photovoltaic power plants is important to energy output and involves a multicriteria evaluation of many factors. This paper analyzes the factors influencing desert photovoltaic power station site selection and establishes an optimal site selection model for desert p ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 023132 (2013)] published Tue Apr 9, 2013.
Optimal design of the solar tracker used for a photovoltaic string
- Abstract: Catalin Alexandru and Nicoleta Irina Tatu This paper approaches the optimal design of the mono-axial tracking system used for a string of photovoltaic (PV) modules. The tracking mechanism is designed in a CAD (Computer Aided Design) environment (SolidWorks), the solid model being then transferred in the dynamic analysis and optimization env ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 023133 (2013)] published Tue Apr 9, 2013.
Experiments on unfired masonry clay bricks mixed with palm fronds and date pits for thermal insulation applications
- Abstract: Abdul Hai Alami The limited resources on the planet have forced the rethinking of otherwise straightforward methods of building and selection of masonry materials. This research investigates using solid waste materials from the desert area and adding them to a clay matrix, and their effect on the thermal and mechan ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 023136 (2013)] published Tue Apr 9, 2013.
Cleanliness control and management of gearbox lubrication system in wind turbine generator
- Abstract: Meixiang Zhang, Zhi Yuan Liao, and Kal Farooq Wind turbine gearbox is one of the most expensive and critical components of the wind turbine generator system. Due to the extreme operating conditions encountered in the gearbox, there is little room for compromises, especially with the performance of the lubrication system. Gearbox lubricating flu ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 021419 (2013)] published Tue Apr 9, 2013.
Theoretical performance study of a liquid desiccant regenerator supported with scavenging air heat exchanger
- Abstract: A. E. Kabeel and M. M. Bassuoni This paper proposed a simplified theoretical model of the air and liquid desiccant parameters inside any packed bed liquid desiccant regenerator supported with scavenging air to air heat exchanger to reduce regeneration heat. The presented model depends mainly on the value of regenerator effectivene ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 023134 (2013)] published Tue Apr 9, 2013.
Introducing new design and performance points for photovoltaic water pumping systems based on long-term field data analysis
- Abstract: I. Odeh Three years field data analysis for eight systems installed in Jordan is used to determine and investigate photovoltaic (PV), subsystems and system efficiencies of PV water pumping systems. For these three parameters, it is found that all systems inhibit unique trend with insolation. New performance ... [J. Renewable Sustainable Energy 5, 023135 (2013)] published Tue Apr 9, 2013.