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You-Rong Li
Bio: You-Rong Li is an academic researcher from Chongqing University. The author has contributed to research in topics: Heat transfer & Convection. The author has an hindex of 24, co-authored 175 publications receiving 2771 citations.
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TL;DR: In this article, a theoretical formula is proposed to calculate the optimal evaporation temperature (OET) of subcritical ORC (organic Rankine cycle) based on thermodynamic theory when the net power output is selected as the objective function.
269 citations
TL;DR: In this article, a parabolic dish/AMTEC solar thermal power system is proposed and a theoretical analysis has been conducted in conjunction with a parametric investigation by varying relevant parameters, i.e., the average operating temperature and performance parameters associated with the dish collector and the AMTEC.
208 citations
TL;DR: A comprehensive review and systematic summarization of the state of the art in the research and progress in this area, which has covered numerous cavity literatures encountered in various other engineering systems, such as those in electronic cooling devices and buildings.
162 citations
TL;DR: In this paper, a review on the area of solar hydrogen production via two-step water-splitting thermochemical cycle is presented, with aspect to redox working materials, reactor design technology, general evaluation etc.
142 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the performance of the ORC (organic Rankine cycle) systems using zeotropic mixtures as working fluids for recovering waste heat of flue gas from industrial boiler is examined on the basis of thermodynamics and thermoeconomics under different operating conditions.
114 citations
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TL;DR: An overview of the different ORC applications is presented in this paper, and an in-depth analysis of the technical challenges related to the technology, such as working fluid selection and expansion machine issues, is reported.
Abstract: New heat conversion technologies need to be developed and improved to take advantage of the necessary increase in the supply of renewable energy. The Organic Rankine Cycle is well suited for these applications, mainly because of its ability to recover low-grade heat and the possibility to be implemented in decentralized lower-capacity power plants. In this paper, an overview of the different ORC applications is presented. A market review is proposed including cost figures for several commercial ORC modules and manufacturers. An in-depth analysis of the technical challenges related to the technology, such as working fluid selection and expansion machine issues is then reported. Technological constraints and optimization methods are extensively described and discussed. Finally, the current trends in research and development for the next generation of Organic Rankine Cycles are presented.
1,219 citations
TL;DR: In this article, a comparison of pure and mixture working fluids' applications and a discussion of all types of expansion machines' operating characteristics for an effective organic Rankine cycle system is presented.
Abstract: How to effectively utilize low and medium temperature energy is one of the solutions to alleviate the energy shortage and environmental pollution problems. In the past twenty years, because of its feasibility and reliability, organic Rankine cycle has received widespread attentions and researches. In this paper, it reviews the selections of working fluids and expanders for organic Rankine cycle, including an analysis of the influence of working fluids' category and their thermodynamic and physical properties on the organic Rankine cycle's performance, a summary of pure and mixed working fluids' screening researches for organic Rankine cycle, a comparison of pure and mixture working fluids' applications and a discussion of all types of expansion machines' operating characteristics, which would be beneficial to select the optimal working fluid and suitable expansion machine for an effective organic Rankine cycle system.
1,101 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the authors reviewed the most important studies on the major components of central receiver solar thermal power plants including the heliostat field, the solar receiver and the power conversion system.
Abstract: The use of central receiver system (CRS) for electricity production promises to be one of the most viable options to replace fossil fuel power plants. Indeed, research and development activities on its basic subsystems have been booming rapidly since 1980s. This paper reviews the most important studies on the major components of central receiver solar thermal power plants including the heliostat field, the solar receiver and the power conversion system. After an overview of Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) technology, current status and applications of the CRSs are highlighted. Next, a detailed literature survey of existing design comprising optical, thermal and thermodynamic analysis, and techniques used to assess components have been arranged. This is followed by experimental investigations in which design concepts are established. The last section contains recent subsequent improvement of such key components as heliostat, receiver and hybrid solar gas turbine that are boosting in many R&D activities merging international collaboration during the past 30 years.
575 citations
TL;DR: A multitude of advancements have been developed during this period, as the topic of concentrated solar power is becoming more mainstream as mentioned in this paper, including reflector and collector design and materials, heat absorption and transport, power production and thermal storage.
477 citations
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TL;DR: A multitude of advancements have been developed during this period, as the topic of concentrated solar power is becoming more mainstream as mentioned in this paper, including reflector and collector design and materials, heat absorption and transport, power production and thermal storage.
Abstract: This work focuses on innovation in CSP technologies over the last decade. A multitude of advancements has been developed during this period, as the topic of concentrated solar power is becoming more mainstream. Improvements have been made in reflector and collector design and materials, heat absorption and transport, power production and thermal storage. Many applications that can be integrated with CSP regimes to conserve (and sometimes produce) electricity have been suggested and implemented, keeping in mind the environmental benefits granted by limited fossil fuel usage.
433 citations