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Optimal sizing of modular air-cooled condensers for CSP plants
(2013-01)
In this work, a parametric optimization analysis of various innovative modular air-cooled condenser systems is carried out in order to identify the optimum system configuration and size to be used as the cooling system in ...
Critical research needs for identifying future changes in Gulf coral reef ecosystems
(2013-07)
Expert opinion was assessed to identify current knowledge gaps in determining future changes in Arabian/Persian Gulf (thereafter ‘Gulf’) coral reefs. Thirty-one participants submitted 71 research questions that were ...
An Experimental Investigation of a Cold Thermal Energy Storage System
(2013-02)
This research work investigates the heat transfer characteristics of a direct contact heat exchanger. A cold two phase refrigerant R134a is injected into water stored in an evaporator to exchange directly heat with the ...
Impact of Lateral Force-Resisting System and Design/Construction Practices on Seismic Performance and Cost of Tall Buildings in Dubai, UAE
(Springer, 2013-09)
The local design and construction practices in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), together with Dubai's unique rate of development, warrant special attention to the selection of Lateral Force-Resisting Systems (LFRS). This ...
A localized navigation algorithm for Radiation Evasion for nuclear facilities. Part II: Optimizing the "Nearest Exit" Criterion
(2013-06)
In this extension from part I ( Khasawneh et al., in press), we modify the navigation algorithm which was presented with the objective of optimizing the “Radiation Evasion” Criterion so that navigation would optimize the ...
CO2 capture with a novel solid fluidizable sorbent: Thermodynamics and Temperature Programmed Carbonation-Decarbonation
(2013)
Temperature Programmed Carbonation developed using a temperature programmed fixed bed unit. Sorbents are kept in contact with a gas stream containing a 10% CO2 mole fraction, and are subjected to a 5 C/min temperature ramp. ...
Novel multiple effect direct solar distillation system of integrated solar still and HDH system
(2013)
A novel stand alone direct solar distillation system of integrated solar still with humidification–dehumidification (HDH) sub-system is presented and numerically studied. The integrated system utilizes the heat of condensation ...
Global Oil Prices and the Impact of China
(Elsevier, 2013-12)
This paper assesses the externality impact of China's excessive growth as a China factor on the world economy via examining the effect of Chinese GDP growth on oil prices as a case for the issue. Our assessment starts, ...
A localized navigation algorithm for radiation evasion for nuclear facilities: Optimizing the "Radiation Evasion" criterion: Part I
(2013-06)
In this paper, we introduce a navigation algorithm having general utility for occupational workers at nuclear facilities and places where radiation poses serious health hazards. This novel algorithm leverages the use of ...
Optimization and Cost-Oriented Comparison of Ammonia- and Propane-Compression Refrigeration for the Recovery of Natural Gas Liquids
(2013-09)
Optimization and a cost-oriented analysis, including the capital and energy-of-compression costs, were performed to compare propane- and ammonia-refrigeration economizer cycles with and without presaturators. The simulation ...