Test results of prototype solar assisted heat pumps
Abstract
Results of steady state tests of a prototype solar-assisted heat pump using a simulator are reported. The nominal goal for the project, construction of a prototype capable of achieving a heating coefficient of performance of 6 at an entering water temperature of 32 C (90 F), was achieved. Factors related to reliability and potential for performance improvement of the design are treated. Plans for future testing and application of performance data to system studies are discussed.
- Publication:
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Presented at the IECEC Conf
- Pub Date:
- 1981
- Bibcode:
- 1981iece.proc....9C
- Keywords:
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- Heat Pumps;
- Performance Tests;
- Solar Energy Conversion;
- Computerized Simulation;
- Prototypes;
- Systems Engineering;
- Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer