School of Energy Science and
Engineering at IIT Guwahati was established in May, 2004 to promote
multidisciplinary activities focused to various facets of energy technology and
systems in the form of research, teaching and consultancy.
To continue with their research
activity, School of Energy Science and Engineering, IIT Guwahati purchased
Solar Concentrator Training System from Ecosense.
The
Solar Concentrator Training System offered by Ecosense to the School of Energy
Science and Engineering at IIT Guwahati provides students with a hands-on
platform to conduct a wide range of experiments and learn about solar thermal
technologies. Here is how the system can benefit students:
1.
Active Dual Axis Sun Tracking Mechanism: The system's sun tracking
mechanism allows students to precisely track the movement of the sun over time.
This feature enables accurate data collection and analysis during experiments.
2.
Multiple Absorber Tubes and Fluid Types: The inclusion of two absorber
tubes that can be used with different types of fluids (water and oil) allows
students to compare and analyse the thermal performance of the system with
varying working fluids.
3. Flow
Rate Variation: The
ability to vary the flow rate of the liquid within the system allows students
to explore and determine the optimal flow rate for achieving maximum
temperature gain. This is important for optimizing the efficiency of the solar
thermal system.
4.
Active Measurement Panel: The system's measurement panel provides real-time data on temperatures,
pressures, and flow rates at different points within the system. This data
visualization helps students understand and analyse the system's operation and
performance.
5.
Mobility and Transferability: The system's mobility features, such as wheels, make it easy to move the
equipment from one location to another. This flexibility enhances the
accessibility and usability of the training system.
Performance
Factors Analysis: Students can determine various performance factors such as heat loss
coefficient (UL), heat removal factor (FR), and overall efficiency of the parabolic trough collector. They can
investigate how these factors change under different conditions, such as
varying solar insulation, flow rates, insulation thickness, inlet fluid
temperatures, wind speeds, and ambient temperatures.
Optimization Studies: Students can find the optimum flow rate of the fluid for minimizing heat losses or maximizing heat gain under different insulation thicknesses. This type of study helps them understand the practical considerations for optimizing system performance.
Ecosense also conducted a demonstration of equipments
for training Professors and Scholars. This training program was focused on
educating and training the professors, scholars and technicians in Solar
Parabolic Trough Collector Technology who will further train thousands of
students and professionals to start their career or business in this very
field.
