Advancing Solar Education: Ecosense's Solar Thermal Lab at Madan Mohan Malviya Institute of Technology
Madan Mohan Malviya Institute of Technology (MMMIT) in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, is dedicated to fostering excellence in engineering education.
Advancing Solar Education: Ecosense's Solar Thermal Lab at Madan Mohan Malviya Institute of Technology
Madan Mohan Malviya
Institute of Technology (MMMIT) in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, is dedicated to
fostering excellence in engineering education. In pursuit of this goal, MMMIT
has recently installed Ecosense's Solar Concentrator Training System and ETC
Characterisation system in its Department of Mechanical Engineering. This
innovative system promises to revolutionize solar education and research
capabilities within the institute, offering students and faculty a hands-on
learning experience in solar thermal technologies.
Understanding the Solar Concentrator Training System
Ecosense's Solar
Concentrator Training System is a sophisticated educational tool designed to
replicate the functionality of a solar parabolic trough collector-based water
heating system in a compact and versatile format. Comprising parabolic
reflectors, absorber tubes, sun trackers, piping, storage tanks, and a control
panel, the system allows for experimentation and research across various
parameters. Its adaptability to different working fluids, absorbing materials,
insulation thicknesses, and storage tank types enables comprehensive
exploration of heat transfer and system efficiency.
Key Components and Features of Solar Concentrator Training System
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Dual-axis sun tracking and adjustable parameters, empower students to conduct experiments and
analyze system performance under diverse conditions, fostering a deeper
understanding of solar energy utilization.
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Wind Speed Control: Simulates
varying wind speeds, providing additional flexibility in studying heat transfer
under different environmental conditions.
Key Components and Features of ETC Characterisation System
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Artificial Sunlight Source: This feature allows precise
control of irradiation levels, ensuring consistent and repeatable experiments
regardless of external weather conditions.
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Evacuated Tube Collector: Central to the system, this
component absorbs and transfers heat from the artificial sunlight source to the
fluid within the system.
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Header Storage Tank: Used for storing heated fluid,
it enables the analysis of thermal storage characteristics and efficiency.
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Pump: Essential for circulating the fluid through the system,
facilitating dynamic thermal analysis.
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Sensors: The system includes pressure,
temperature, and flow sensors at various points to collect detailed data for
evaluating thermal parameters.
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Chiller: Quickly cools the heated
fluid, allowing researchers to study both heating and cooling thermal
characteristics.
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Wind Speed Control: Simulates varying wind speeds,
providing additional flexibility in studying heat transfer under different
environmental conditions.
Empowering Solar Education
At MMMIT, the Solar
Concentrator Training System and ETC Characterisation system serves as a
cornerstone of solar education, offering students an immersive learning
experience in solar thermal technologies. Through hands-on experimentation,
students gain practical insights into solar energy principles, terminology, and
installation techniques.
Training and Knowledge Transfer
To ensure effective
utilization of the Solar Concentrator Training System, Ecosense conducted
comprehensive training sessions for MMMIT faculty members and technicians.
These sessions focused on imparting practical knowledge and skills related to
solar thermal technologies, system operation, and maintenance. By equipping
faculty members with the necessary expertise, MMMIT aims to empower them to
effectively educate and train the next generation of engineers and
professionals in the field of solar energy.