Theses and Dissertations - UTB/UTPA
Date of Award
5-2009
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Mechanical Engineering
First Advisor
Dr. Stephen Crown
Second Advisor
Dr. Jaime Ramos
Third Advisor
Dr. Horacio Vasquez
Abstract
The research presented in this thesis provides an investigation into the thermodynamic and heat transfer requirements for a, 3 ton, Water / Lithium-Bromide absorption system. Thermodynamics results for one stage and two stages absorption system are presented. Heat transfer principles provided a design guideline. Flat-plate, solar, water heaters and auxiliary devices using natural gas were analyzed as the main sources for energy inputs into the generator. Experimental data from the solar collector is provided under several configurations. A TRNSYS simulation of the overall absorption, cooling systems and its alternative energy means provided different scenarios where heating loads into the generator could be reached and consequently provided efficient cooling loads.
Granting Institution
University of Texas-Pan American
Comments
Copyright 2009 Carlos R. Lima. All Rights Reserved.
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