This paper presents the modeling and model validation for a modular two-phase heat exchanger that recovers energy in heavy-duty diesel engines. The model is developed for temperature and vapor quality prediction and for control design of the waste heat recovery system. In the studied waste heat...

Fuel cell-based CHP systems for distributed residential power generation represent an interesting alternative to traditional thermoelectric plants. This is mainly due to the high efficiency obtainable in the production of electricity and heat in a decentralised, quiet and environmental friendly way.

The hybrid solid oxide fuel cell and gas turbine system is a promising solution in the future small scale power plants, thanks to its high energy/power efficiency with low environmental impact. In fact, due to the synergistic effect of using a high temperature fuel cell such as Solid Oxide Fuel...

In this paper a dynamic model suitable for simulating real operating conditions of air-based photovoltaic thermal (PVT) systems is presented. The performance of the model is validated by using the operational data collected from the building integrated photovoltaic (PVT) systems installed in two...

Improvements in cooling system efficiency are required in modern internal combustion engines (ICE). Optimal thermal management presents several advantages in terms of lower pump mechanical power, reduced friction losses and shorter warm-up time, which result in reduced fuel consumptions and CO2...