A dynamic analysis of a closed-cycle, solar adsorption refrigerator is presented. The instantaneous and daily system performance are studied using two adsorbent-adsorbate pairs, Zeolite 13X-Water and Chabazite-Methanol. The effect of design and operating parameters, including inert material thermal capacitance, matrix porosity, and evaporator and condenser temperatures on the solar and cycle coefficients of performance are evaluated.

Issue Section:
Research Papers
Topics:
Cycles, Dynamic analysis, Solar energy, Capacitance, Condensers (steam plant), Design, Methanol, Porosity, Temperature, Water
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