Abstract: The theoretical analysis and optimization of two different types of solar collectors connected in series are presented. The energetical approach to the cascade system with two types of collectors ...

Abstract: This study deals with an experimental investigation of a cylindrical roller bearing having annular rollers. Comparisons are made with a solid roller bearing having the same configuration and ...

Abstract: A linear model was developed to obtain the relationships between the characteristic temperatures of the solar heat collector (e.g., the fluid outlet temperature) and the heat capacitance rate ...

Abstract: This study addresses the uses of adaptive schemes for on-line control of backbead width in the Gas Tungsten Arc (GTA) welding process. Open-loop tests using a step input current confirm the ...

Abstract: To simplify the analysis of the three-dimensional vibrations of automobile engine crankshafts under firing conditions, the crankshaft was idealized by a set of jointed structures consisting of ...

Abstract: The upper limit of steam temperature which 12Cr steel rotors can withstand has been considered to be 566°C, but the recent projects on the advanced steam turbine of large capacity demand ...

Abstract: The International Fusion Materials Irradiation Facility (IFMIF) is a D+–Li neutron source aimed at producing an intense high energy neutron flux (2 MW/m2) for testing candidate fusion reactor ...