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Brian Norton
Other affiliations: Cranfield University, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Ulster University ...read more
Bio: Brian Norton is an academic researcher from Dublin Institute of Technology. The author has contributed to research in topics: Solar energy & Photovoltaic system. The author has an hindex of 49, co-authored 322 publications receiving 9251 citations. Previous affiliations of Brian Norton include Cranfield University & University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
Topics: Solar energy, Photovoltaic system, Glazing, Quantum dot, Solar gain
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TL;DR: In this paper, the authors used a finite volume heat transfer model conjugated hydrodynamically to solve the Navier-Stokes and energy equations and showed that the moderation of temperature achieved can lead to significant improvements in the operational efficiency of photovoltaic facades.
412 citations
TL;DR: A comprehensive review of the various designs, details of construction and operational principles of the wide variety of practically-realised designs of solar-energy drying systems reported previously is presented in this article.
389 citations
TL;DR: In this paper, the patterns of electricity consumption were studied for 27 representative dwellings in Northern Ireland, and a clear correlation was found between average annual electricity consumption and floor area, and the difference in the annual demand on the grid between detached and terraced houses is between 24 and 30%.
374 citations
TL;DR: In this article, phase change materials (PCMs) were used to regulate the temperature of building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) using phase change material (PCM).
356 citations
TL;DR: In this article, a review of recent research in Building Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) is presented with the emphases on a range of key systems whose improvement would be likely to lead to improved solar energy conversion efficiency and/or economic viability.
318 citations
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TL;DR: A survey of the various types of solar thermal collectors and applications is presented in this paper, where an analysis of the environmental problems related to the use of conventional sources of energy is presented and the benefits offered by renewable energy systems are outlined.
2,620 citations
01 Jan 2016
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1,701 citations
TL;DR: In this paper, the phase change problem has been formulated using pure conduction approach but the problem has moved to a different level of complexity with added convection in the melt being accounted for, which makes it difficult for comparison to be made to assess the suitability of PCMs to particular applications.
Abstract: This paper reviews the development of latent heat thermal energy storage systems studied detailing various phase change materials (PCMs) investigated over the last three decades, the heat transfer and enhancement techniques employed in PCMs to effectively charge and discharge latent heat energy and the formulation of the phase change problem. It also examines the geometry and configurations of PCM containers and a series of numerical and experimental tests undertaken to assess the effects of parameters such as the inlet temperature and the mass flow rate of the heat transfer fluid (HTF). It is concluded that most of the phase change problems have been carried out at temperature ranges between 0 °C and 60 °C suitable for domestic heating applications. In terms of problem formulation, the common approach has been the use of enthalpy formulation. Heat transfer in the phase change problem was previously formulated using pure conduction approach but the problem has moved to a different level of complexity with added convection in the melt being accounted for. There is no standard method (such as British Standards or EU standards) developed to test for PCMs, making it difficult for comparison to be made to assess the suitability of PCMs to particular applications. A unified platform such as British Standards, EU standards needs to be developed to ensure same or similar procedure and analysis (performance curves) to allow comparison and knowledge gained from one test to be applied to another.
1,630 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the photovoltaic technology, its power generating capability, the different existing light absorbing materials used, its environmental aspect coupled with a variety of its applications have been discussed.
Abstract: Global environmental concerns and the escalating demand for energy, coupled with steady progress in renewable energy technologies, are opening up new opportunities for utilization of renewable energy resources. Solar energy is the most abundant, inexhaustible and clean of all the renewable energy resources till date. The power from sun intercepted by the earth is about 1.8 × 1011 MW, which is many times larger than the present rate of all the energy consumption. Photovoltaic technology is one of the finest ways to harness the solar power. This paper reviews the photovoltaic technology, its power generating capability, the different existing light absorbing materials used, its environmental aspect coupled with a variety of its applications. The different existing performance and reliability evaluation models, sizing and control, grid connection and distribution have also been discussed. © 2011 Published by Elsevier Ltd.
1,524 citations