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Material Selection and Corrosion Studies of Candidate Bearing Materials for Use in Molten Chloride Salt

James R. Keiser, Xin He, Dino Sulejmanovic, Jun Qu, Kevin R. Robb, Keith Oldinski

J. Sol. Energy Eng. April 2023, 145(2): 021001.

Paper No: SOL-21-1331

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4054507

Published Online: August 4, 2022

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Topics: Bearings, Corrosion, Silicon, Surface roughness, Composite materials, Silicon nitride ceramics, Alloys, Weight (Mass), Concentrating solar power

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An Improved Thermochemical Energy Storage Material Using Nanocellulose to Stabilize Calcium Chloride Salt

Adam C. Gladen, Dilpreet Bajwa

J. Sol. Energy Eng. June 2022, 144(3): 030905.

Paper No: SOL-21-1279

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4053904

Published Online: March 7, 2022

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Topics: Composite materials, Computer numerical control machine tools, Cycles, Energy storage, Enthalpy, Stability, Temperature, Water, Weight (Mass), Particulate matter

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Design and Structural Analysis of the Sun Ray Double Axis Tracking Device

Shanwen Zhang, Chong Li, Jianfeng Zhang, Hong Miao, Yanjun Zhang

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2019, 141(4): 041001.

Paper No: SOL-18-1146

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4042314

Published Online: January 8, 2019

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Topics: Design, Solar energy, Stress, Displacement, Columns (Structural), Weight (Mass), Structural analysis, Errors, Engineering prototypes

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Redox Oxides-Based Solar Thermochemistry and Its Materialization to Reactor/Heat Exchanger Concepts for Efficient Solar Energy Harvesting, Transformation and Storage

Christos Agrafiotis, Mathias Pein, Dimitra Giasafaki, Stefania Tescari, Martin Roeb, Christian Sattler

J. Sol. Energy Eng. April 2019, 141(2): 021010.

Paper No: SOL-18-1420

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4042226

Published Online: January 8, 2019

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Topics: Cycles, Heat, Oxidation, Oxygen, Storage, Temperature, Testing, Solar energy, Weight (Mass)

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Linear Solar Concentrator Structural Optimization Using Variable Beam Cross Sections

Moucun Yang, Yuezhao Zhu, Wei Fu, Garth Pearce, Robert A. Taylor

J. Sol. Energy Eng. December 2018, 140(6): 061006.

Paper No: SOL-17-1410

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4040273

Published Online: June 26, 2018

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Topics: Cantilevers, Cross section (Physics), Design, Finite element analysis, Simulation, Solar energy, Solar energy concentrators, Stiffness, Structural optimization, Torque

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Value-Driven Design Process: A Systematic Decision-Making Framework Considering Different Attribute Preferences From Multiple Stakeholders

Jun Zhuang, Ming Hu, Fatemeh Mousapour

J. Sol. Energy Eng. April 2017, 139(2): 021001.

Paper No: SOL-16-1199

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4035059

Published Online: November 2, 2016

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Topics: Architects, Decision making, Design, Preferences, Weight (Mass), Engineers, Engineering students

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Impact of Corrosion Test Container Material in Molten Fluorides

Luke C. Olson, Roderick E. Fuentes, Michael J. Martinez-Rodriguez, James W. Ambrosek, Kumar Sridharan, Mark H. Anderson, Brenda L. Garcia-Diaz, Joshua Gray, Todd R. Allen

J. Sol. Energy Eng. December 2015, 137(6): 061007.

Paper No: SOL-14-1286

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4031682

Published Online: October 15, 2015

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Topics: Alloys, Corrosion, Graphite, Weight (Mass)

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Optimal Control of a Wind Turbine With a Variable Ratio Gearbox for Maximum Energy Capture and Prolonged Gear Life

Mohamed L. Shaltout, John F. Hall, Dongmei Chen

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2014, 136(3): 031007.

Paper No: SOL-12-1189

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4026676

Published Online: March 4, 2014

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Topics: Gear teeth, Gears, Mechanical drives, Weight (Mass), Wind, Wind turbines, Wind velocity, Energy generation, Design

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Survey of Heliostat Concepts for Cost Reduction

Andreas Pfahl

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2014, 136(1): 014501.

Paper No: SOL-11-1287

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4024243

Published Online: July 15, 2013

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Topics: Bearings, Mirrors, Solar energy, Stress, Wind, Weight (Mass), Levers, Torque, Cables, Hydraulic drive systems

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The Thermal Stability of Molten Lithium–Sodium–Potassium Carbonate and the Influence of Additives on the Melting Point

Rene I. Olivares, Chunlin Chen, Steven Wright

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2012, 134(4): 041002.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4006895

Published Online: June 27, 2012

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Topics: Carbon dioxide, Lithium, Melting point, Potassium, Sodium, Temperature, Thermal stability, Weight (Mass), Modeling, Melting

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Performance Characteristics of a 1 kW Scale Kite-Powered System

David J. Olinger, Jitendra. S. Goela

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2010, 132(4): 041009.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.4002082

Published Online: October 4, 2010

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Topics: Aerodynamics, Design, Drag (Fluid dynamics), Dynamics (Mechanics), Flywheels, Gears, Performance characterization, Stress, Tension, Weight (Mass)

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Optical Performance and Weight Estimation of a Heliostat With Ganged Facets

L. Amsbeck, R. Buck, A. Pfahl, R. Uhlig

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2008, 130(1): 011010.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2804630

Published Online: December 28, 2007

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Topics: Mirrors, Torque, Weight (Mass), Errors, Wind, Ray tracing, Solar heating, Solar power, Optimization, Stress

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Bayesian and Sensitivity Analysis Approaches to Modeling the Direct Solar Irradiance

Philippe Lauret, Mathieu David, Eric Fock, Alain Bastide, Carine Riviere

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2006, 128(3): 394–405.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2210495

Published Online: January 19, 2006

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Topics: Artificial neural networks, Modeling, Sensitivity analysis, Solar radiation, Errors, Noise (Sound), Design, Approximation, Weight (Mass)

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Analysis of Sandwich Panels for an Energy Efficient and Self-Supporting Residential Roof

Daniel Thomas, Susan C. Mantell, Jane H. Davidson, Louise F. Goldberg, John Carmody

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2006, 128(3): 338–348.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2210503

Published Online: November 4, 2005

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Topics: Climate, Deflection, Roofs, Steel, Stress, Shear (Mechanics), Insulation, Weight (Mass), Design, Buckling

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Testing of Thermocline Filler Materials and Molten-Salt Heat Transfer Fluids for Thermal Energy Storage Systems in Parabolic Trough Power Plants

Doug Brosseau, John W. Kelton, Daniel Ray, Mike Edgar, retired, Kye Chisman, Blaine Emms

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2005, 127(1): 109–116.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1824107

Published Online: February 7, 2005

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Topics: Fillers (Materials), Rocks, Sands, Testing, Thermal energy storage, Heat transfer, Weight (Mass), Parabolic troughs, Cycles, Fluids

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Compound Circular Reflector of a Novel Design for Evacuated Tubular Collectors

C. J. Zhao, K. Kanayama, H. Baba

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 2002, 124(1): 83–86.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1435649

Published Online: July 1, 2001

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Topics: Design, Optical mirrors, Weight (Mass), Shapes, Solar energy

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Scaling of Composite Wind Turbine Blades for Rotors of 80 to 120 Meter Diameter

Dayton A. Griffin, Michael D. Zuteck

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 2001, 123(4): 310–318.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1413215

Published Online: July 1, 2001

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Topics: Blades, Design, Weight (Mass), Rotors, Stress

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Thermal Storage in Ammonium Alum/Ammonium Nitrate Eutectic for Solar Space Heating Applications

C. K. Jotshi, C. K. Hsieh, D. Y. Goswami, J. F. Klausner, N. Srinivasan

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 1998, 120(1): 20–24.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2888041

Published Online: February 1, 1998

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Topics: Heating, Solar energy, Thermal energy storage, Heat, Air flow, Density, Energy storage, Heat transfer, Testing, Uncertainty

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Effects of Blade Bending on Aerodynamic Control of Fluctuating Loads on Teetered HAWT Rotors

A. J. Eggers, Jr., H. Ashley, S. M. Rock, K. Chaney, R. Digumarthi

J. Sol. Energy Eng. November 1996, 118(4): 239–245.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2871785

Published Online: November 1, 1996

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Topics: Blades, Horizontal axis wind turbines, Rotors, Stress, Weight (Mass), Turbulence, Construction, Fatigue life, Cycles, Design

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Performance Optimization of Rotary Dehumidifiers

W. Zheng, W. M. Worek, D. Novosel

J. Sol. Energy Eng. February 1995, 117(1): 40–44.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.2847724

Published Online: February 1, 1995

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Topics: Dehumidifiers, Optimization, Dehumidification, Heat, Mass transfer, Sorption, Wheels, Separation (Technology), Shapes, Weight (Mass)

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Material Selection and Corrosion Studies of Candidate Bearing Materials for Use in Molten Chloride Salt

An Improved Thermochemical Energy Storage Material Using Nanocellulose to Stabilize Calcium Chloride Salt

Design and Structural Analysis of the Sun Ray Double Axis Tracking Device

Redox Oxides-Based Solar Thermochemistry and Its Materialization to Reactor/Heat Exchanger Concepts for Efficient Solar Energy Harvesting, Transformation and Storage

Linear Solar Concentrator Structural Optimization Using Variable Beam Cross Sections

Value-Driven Design Process: A Systematic Decision-Making Framework Considering Different Attribute Preferences From Multiple Stakeholders

Impact of Corrosion Test Container Material in Molten Fluorides

Optimal Control of a Wind Turbine With a Variable Ratio Gearbox for Maximum Energy Capture and Prolonged Gear Life

Survey of Heliostat Concepts for Cost Reduction

The Thermal Stability of Molten Lithium–Sodium–Potassium Carbonate and the Influence of Additives on the Melting Point

Performance Characteristics of a 1 kW Scale Kite-Powered System

Optical Performance and Weight Estimation of a Heliostat With Ganged Facets

Bayesian and Sensitivity Analysis Approaches to Modeling the Direct Solar Irradiance

Analysis of Sandwich Panels for an Energy Efficient and Self-Supporting Residential Roof

Testing of Thermocline Filler Materials and Molten-Salt Heat Transfer Fluids for Thermal Energy Storage Systems in Parabolic Trough Power Plants

Compound Circular Reflector of a Novel Design for Evacuated Tubular Collectors

Scaling of Composite Wind Turbine Blades for Rotors of 80 to 120 Meter Diameter

Thermal Storage in Ammonium Alum/Ammonium Nitrate Eutectic for Solar Space Heating Applications

Effects of Blade Bending on Aerodynamic Control of Fluctuating Loads on Teetered HAWT Rotors

Performance Optimization of Rotary Dehumidifiers

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