Abstract
The aim of this work was to investigate the performance of a multi-directional wind tower integrated with heat transfer devices (HTD) using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and wind tunnel analysis. An experimental scale model was created using 3D printing. The scale model was tested in a closed-loop wind tunnel to validate the CFD data. Numerical results of the supply airflow were compared with experimental data. Good agreement was observed between both methods of analysis. Smoke visualisation test was conducted to analyse the air flow pattern in the test room attached underneath it. Results have indicated that the achieved indoor air speed was reduced by up to 17% following the integration of the cylindrical HTD. The effect of varying the number of HTD on the system's thermal performance were investigated. The work highlighted the potential of integrating HTD into wind towers in reducing the air temperature. The technology presented here is subject to a UK patent application (PCT/GB2014/052263).
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1692-1697 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Energy Procedia |
Volume | 75 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2015 |
Event | 7th International Conference on Applied Energy, ICAE 2015 - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Duration: 28 Mar 2015 → 31 Mar 2015 |
Keywords
- CFD
- heat transfer device
- hot climates
- passive cooling
- wind tower/catcher