Abstract: This paper presents an integrated multi-level model of a solid oxide fuel cell system, which accounts for the effects of concentration, activation, and ohmic polarizations on single-cell performance, ...

Abstract: The solid oxide fuel cell shows great potential as an efficient energy conversion system for use in central power stations. These cells can reform most hydrocarbon fuels with air to produce ...

Abstract: Solid sorption heat pumps can improve the effectiveness with which energy resources are used for heating and cooling. These systems operate by alternately heating and cooling beds of adsorbent ...

Abstract: This paper presents a simple method for the optimal economic selection of pipe size and insulation thickness for steam piping systems. The primary operating costs inherent in any such system ...

Abstract: A theramlly driven heat pump using a solid/vapor adsorption/desorption compression process in a vapor compression cycle is thermodynamically analyzed. The cycle utilizes a simple heat transfer ...

Abstract: A thermally driven heat pump using a solid/vapor adsorption/desorption compression process is thermodynamically analyzed. Heat regeneration between the two adsorbent beds is accomplished through the ...