Summary
Two-dimensional axisymmetric turbulent simulations of the Manzanares solar chimney prototype, using a finite volume solver, explore how widening the tower toward its outlet and changing its height alter the internal airflow. Air velocity and mass flow depend on these geometric choices as well as on incoming solar radiation, with a diverging chimney boosting mass flow by about 58%.
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