Experimental and Computational Studies on Performance of a Solar Chimney Power Plant with Semiconvergent Collector and Divergent Chimney

Advancements in solar updraft towers: A comprehensive review

“…The major finding of work stated that the Bernoullis equation [39] was ineffective in determining the differential pressure inside the collector. Some studies adopted [40] by means of the power law model confined the optimal ratio of turbine pressure drop. The overall efficiency of turbine was 85 %to 90 %t, and its cumulative static efficiency was 75 percent to 80 percent, according to tests.…”

“…The table 2 highlights the works carried out around non-conventional experiments. The concept of inclined collectors is explored by multiple researchers (Cao et al [33], Koonsrisuk [47], Zhou et al [76], Rajamurugu et al [40]), suggesting a shared interest in understanding how collector orientation impacts the performance of Solar Chimney Power Plants (SCPPs). The inclusion of inclined SCPPs (Gunther [49]) indicates an innovative approach to harnessing solar energy, potentially optimizing collection efficiency by adjusting the angle of the entire system The concept of drilling SCPPs into mountains highlights a creative exploration of geographical features to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of solar chimney technology (Zhou et al [77]).…”