Author: Geetanjali Raghav

ISBN: 978-81-968148-4-7

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59646/solarenergysys/092

Date of Publication: December 21, 2023

About the Book:

The book delves into the evaluation of a high-temperature sensible heat system utilized within air-based concentrated solar power plants, specifically focusing on the analysis of a crucial component known as the packed bed thermal storage system. Its primary objective is to provide a continuous supply of energy during periods of limited solar radiation and meet peak load demands, even when solar energy is available. To accomplish this, it employs mathematical modeling and simulations, discretizing heat transfer and fluid flow equations using explicit center difference schemes in space and Euler forward difference schemes in time. This computational approach aids in understanding the temperatures of different bed elements and airflow over both time and space dimensions.