Nanofluids: Key parameters to enhance thermal conductivity and its applications

H Younes, M Mao, SMS Murshed, D Lou… - Applied Thermal …, 2022 - Elsevier
Recent advances in the customization of nanofluids to obtain specific thermophysical
properties have led to an increase in the need for a better understanding of the various …

Recent advances in using nanofluids in renewable energy systems and the environmental implications of their uptake

O Mahian, E Bellos, CN Markides, RA Taylor… - Nano Energy, 2021 - Elsevier
It has been more than two decades since the discovery of 'nanofluids'–mixtures of common
liquids and solid nanoparticles with at least one dimension below 100 nm in size. While …

Optimizing the thermal performance of solar energy devices using meta-heuristic algorithms: A critical review

A Afzal, A Buradi, R Jilte, S Shaik, AR Kaladgi… - … and Sustainable Energy …, 2023 - Elsevier
Since solar energy is intermittent, finding the best solutions for solar operated devices is a
challenge. Multiple techniques exist to reach the best solutions for optimal solar operated …

Applications of nanofluids in solar energy: a review of recent advances

AH Elsheikh, SW Sharshir, ME Mostafa, FA Essa… - … and Sustainable Energy …, 2018 - Elsevier
Solar energy systems (SESs) are considered as one of the most important alternatives to
conventional fossil fuels, due to its ability to convert solar energy directly into heat and …

Geothermal technology: Trends and potential role in a sustainable future

A Anderson, B Rezaie - Applied Energy, 2019 - Elsevier
Rapid population growth as well as modern technology reliance lead to a greater demand
for energy consumption. An ever growing focus on creating sustainable environment …

A review of solar-driven organic Rankine cycles: Recent challenges and future outlook

R Loni, O Mahian, CN Markides, E Bellos… - … and sustainable energy …, 2021 - Elsevier
The organic Rankine cycle (ORC) is an effective technology for power generation from
temperatures of up to 400° C and for capacities of up to 10 MW el. The use of solar …

Simulation and 4E analysis of a novel trigeneration process using a gas turbine cycle combined with a geothermal-driven multi-waste heat recovery method

F Chen, W Zhang, Y Liu, J Cai, JL Zhang… - Process Safety and …, 2023 - Elsevier
A novel hybrid system using geothermal energy and fuel gas in a co-feed structure is
proposed. The main objectives include improving the sustainability of a gas turbine cycle …

A review of nanotechnology fluid applications in geothermal energy systems

M Soltani, FM Kashkooli, MA Fini, D Gharapetian… - … and Sustainable Energy …, 2022 - Elsevier
Geothermal energy is a high potential energy source that can provide heat and power with
minimal emissions. Recent advances in nanotechnology show that nanoparticles, such as …

Comparative study of two novel micro-CCHP systems based on organic Rankine cycle and Kalina cycle

H Rostamzadeh, M Ebadollahi, H Ghaebi… - Energy conversion and …, 2019 - Elsevier
With regard to the significant role of combined cooling, heating, and power (CCHP) systems
in performance enhancement of power plants, two novel micro-CCHP systems are …

Solar-driven polygeneration systems: Recent progress and outlook

A Kasaeian, E Bellos, A Shamaeizadeh, C Tzivanidis - Applied Energy, 2020 - Elsevier
Solar energy exploitation is an important weapon for facing critical problems such as fossil
fuel depletion, global warming and the increasing energy demand due to the new lifestyle …