Analytical solution of adiabatic heat and mass transfer process in packed-type liquid desiccant equipment and its application
Analytical solution of adiabatic heat and mass transfer process in packed-type liquid desiccant equipment and its application
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DOI:
10.1016/j.solener.2005.12.002
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发表时间:
2006-11
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影响因子:
6.7
通讯作者:
Xiaoyang Chen;Z. Li;Yi Jiang;K. Qu
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作者:
Xiaoyang Chen;Z. Li;Yi Jiang;K. Qu
This paper presents an integrated analytical solution of adiabatic heat and mass transfer in packed-type liquid desiccant equipment based on proposed mathematical models in both parallel-flow and counter-flow configurations. In the derivation process, the desiccant concentration at the inlet and outlet of the absorber is assumed to be constant. That means this solution is suitable for high desiccant flow rate conditions. This analytical solution has good accuracy when compared with reliable experimental data available in the literature. The moisture removal rate is derived from this solution and every factor that influences performance can be easily analyzed. Another benefit is that it can be used to discover the optimum air-to-solution flow rate ratio with which the driving force may be kept constant throughout the column. The optimum flow rate ratio may be used for optimal system design and to realize a reversible heat and mass transfer process.