Theodor W. von Backström; Anthony J. Gannon · 10.1016/j.solener.2003.08.009 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solener.2003.08.009
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Solar chimney turbine characteristics Theodor W. von Backstrom; Anthony J. Gannon Derives analytical expressions linking the efficiency of a solar chimney power plant's axial turbine to its flow and load coefficients, degree of reaction, and blade-row and diffuser losses, giving optimal designs for a required power or a limited size. Tests on a 720 mm model turbine support the model, and a large plant could reach about 90% peak efficiency, though not at every operating point.
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Solar chimney power plant
2003
Solar Energy
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2003-09-16 12:00:00 00004076
solar chimney turbine characteristics
2003
Solar Energy
Theodor W. von Backström; Anthony J. Gannon
10.1016/j.solener.2003.08.009
Summary
Derives analytical expressions linking the efficiency of a solar chimney power plant's axial turbine to its flow and load coefficients, degree of reaction, and blade-row and diffuser losses, giving optimal designs for a required power or a limited size. Tests on a 720 mm model turbine support the model, and a large plant could reach about 90% peak efficiency, though not at every operating point.
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