Thermodynamic modeling and multi-objective optimization of an operating double-effect absorption chiller driven by photovoltaic panel : A case study
Keywords:
double-effect absorption chiller, lithium bromide solution, multi-objective optimization, photovoltaic panel, Thermodynamic modeling, Thermodynamic modelingAbstract
The double-effect absorption chiller plays a crucial role in achieving temperature and humidity control, surpassing single-effect chillers in terms of capacity and offering ease of operation when compared to double and triple-effect absorption chillers with more complex cycles. The primary drawbacks of the double-effect absorption chiller are its dependence on fuel for both the absorption cycle and the production of the concentrated lithium bromide solution. In this study, the use of photovoltaic panels to eliminate fuel consumption through a comprehensive thermodynamic model, involving the adjustment of parameters such as chilled water mass flow rate ( and solar cycle mass flow rate ( ), is investigated to determine the optimal cycle state. The results indicate that the COP of the cycle increase as the mass flow rate of chilled water ( increases and reaches 1.7 in the mass flow rate of 5 kg s-1. Additionally, based on the algorothym in regions with access to the electric grid, it is not cost-effective to use energy generated by photovoltaic solar panels to power the absorption chiller cycle.
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