A comprehensive multi-node multi-vector multi-sector modelling framework to investigate integrated energy systems and assess decarbonisation needs

P Colbertaldo, F Parolin, S Campanari - Energy Conversion and …, 2023 - Elsevier
The pathway towards decarbonised energy systems involves massive changes in adopted
energy vectors, installed technologies, networks roles, and interaction capabilities. To …

Double-section absorption heat pump for the deep recovery of low-grade waste heat

ZY Xu, JT Gao, HC Mao, DS Liu, RZ Wang - Energy Conversion and …, 2020 - Elsevier
Absorption heat pump is an effective option for industrial waste heat recovery. However,
significant conflict between low evaporation temperature and high efficiency exists in …

[HTML][HTML] The role of hydropower in decarbonisation scenarios

M Catania, F Parolin, F Fattori, P Colbertaldo - Renewable Energy, 2024 - Elsevier
An increased penetration of renewable energy sources is essential for the energy transition.
A major role will be played by wind and solar, as they are widely available. Hydropower is …

Experimental assessment of pollutant emissions from residential fuel cells and comparative benchmark analysis

N Paulus, V Lemort - Journal of Environmental Management, 2024 - Elsevier
Energy transition currently brings focus on fuel cell micro-combined heat and power (mCHP)
systems for residential uses. The two main technologies already commercialized are the …

A hybrid H2O/IL absorption and CO2 compression air-source heat pump for ultra-low ambient temperatures

W Wu, C Zhai, SM Huang, Y Sui, Z Sui, Z Ding - Energy, 2022 - Elsevier
Heat pumps are promising for carbon neutrality. However, the existing vapor-compression
heat pumps suffer from severe performance deterioration while the absorption heat pumps …

[HTML][HTML] Experimental investigation, modeling and in-situ monitoring of a gas-driven absorption heat pump in Belgium

C Dávila, J Vega, V Lemort - Cleaner Energy Systems, 2023 - Elsevier
This work describes the methodology used to realize a performance analysis of an ammonia-
water condensing gas absorption heat pump. This heat pump shows a nominal heating …

Performance improvement of gas-driven absorption heat pumps by controlling the flow rate in the solution branch

G Villa, T Toppi, M Aprile, M Motta - International Journal of Refrigeration, 2023 - Elsevier
Gas-driven absorption heat pumps are a valid alternative to condensing boilers for non-
insulated buildings with radiators as emission system. In fact, they can provide high supply …

The effects of the opening of the electronic expansion valve in the high-stage cycle on the performance of a cascade heat pump water heater

R Li, Y Zhu, Y Yang, K Li, R Zhang, J Sun… - Journal of Building …, 2021 - Elsevier
The opening of the electronic expansion valve (EEV) in the high-stage cycle of a cascade
heat pump not only affects the suction and discharge statuses of the compressor, but also …

[HTML][HTML] Laboratory and operational analysis of air to water gas absorption heat pump cycle

P Míšek, R Adamovský, P Neuberger - Energy and Buildings, 2023 - Elsevier
Gas absorption heat pumps (GAHP) have significant potential to reduce fossil fuel
consumption for space heating and hot water production and reduce CO 2 emissions. The …

Transient behavior assessments of a single-effect ammonia-water absorption heat pump system: Development of an efficient experimentally validated numerical …

B Dehghan, M Aprile, L Pistocchini, T Toppi… - International Journal of …, 2021 - Elsevier
In this study, the long-term transient response of a single-effect ammonia-water gas-fired
absorption heat pump prototype is investigated both numerically and experimentally. For the …