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Performance enhancement of the combined power-refrigeration cycle using a liquid-gas-gas ejector for ocean thermal energy conversion
Zhang, Ji1,2; Zhang, Zhixiang1; Zhou, Shiqiao1; Hui, Hongxun2; Mei, Ning1,3; Yuan, Han1
2023-09-28
Source PublicationEnergy Conversion and Management
ISSN0196-8904
Volume296Pages:117688
Abstract

The practical implementation of ocean thermal energy conversion technology faces constraints due to the low temperature differentials, resulting in limited energy conversion efficiency. This research introduces a novel combined power-refrigeration cycle that utilizes a hybrid liquid-gas-gas ejector to amplify the conversion efficiency. The gas extracted from the turbine is employed as auxiliary fluid within the liquid-gas-gas nozzle, effectively countering the low ejection coefficient associated with conventional liquid-gas ejectors. To elucidate the mechanism behind the liquid-gas-gas ejection process involving an ammonia-water-based absorption working fluid, a comprehensive fluid flow model for ejector is developed. This model facilitates the clarification of the non-equilibrium phase transition process occurring within the ejector. Parametric analysis was conducted to assess cycle performance under various operating conditions. The results show the innovative cycle can attain power/refrigeration efficiencies of 1.58 %/17.45 % while maintaining a refrigeration temperature of −18 °C. Performance comparisons indicate that the proposed liquid-gas-gas ejector based cycle reduces the minimum refrigeration temperature by 20.5 % in contrast to the cycle employing only the liquid-gas ejector, all while preserving power output. Furthermore, despite a mere 26 °C temperature difference, the refrigeration capacity of this cycle significantly outperforms those operating at greater temperature differentials. These findings demonstrate a substantial enhancement in the refrigeration and power capabilities of ocean thermal energy conversion.

KeywordCombined Power-refrigeration Cycle Heat And Mass Transfer Liquid-gas-gas Ejector Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion Performance Enhancement
DOI10.1016/j.enconman.2023.117688
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Indexed BySCIE
Language英語English
WOS Research AreaThermodynamics ; Energy & Fuels ; Mechanics
WOS SubjectThermodynamics ; Energy & Fuels ; Mechanics
WOS IDWOS:001088955800001
PublisherPERGAMON-ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD, THE BOULEVARD, LANGFORD LANE, KIDLINGTON, OXFORD OX5 1GB, ENGLAND
Scopus ID2-s2.0-85172659958
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Document TypeJournal article
CollectionTHE STATE KEY LABORATORY OF INTERNET OF THINGS FOR SMART CITY (UNIVERSITY OF MACAU)
Corresponding AuthorYuan, Han
Affiliation1.Power Engineering, College of Engineering, Ocean University of China, Qingdao, 266100, China
2.The State Key Laboratory of Internet of Things for Smart City, University of Macau, Macau, 999078, China
3.College of Mechanical &Electrical Engineering, Qingdao City University, Qingdao, 266100, China
First Author AffilicationUniversity of Macau
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Zhang, Ji,Zhang, Zhixiang,Zhou, Shiqiao,et al. Performance enhancement of the combined power-refrigeration cycle using a liquid-gas-gas ejector for ocean thermal energy conversion[J]. Energy Conversion and Management, 2023, 296, 117688.
APA Zhang, Ji., Zhang, Zhixiang., Zhou, Shiqiao., Hui, Hongxun., Mei, Ning., & Yuan, Han (2023). Performance enhancement of the combined power-refrigeration cycle using a liquid-gas-gas ejector for ocean thermal energy conversion. Energy Conversion and Management, 296, 117688.
MLA Zhang, Ji,et al."Performance enhancement of the combined power-refrigeration cycle using a liquid-gas-gas ejector for ocean thermal energy conversion".Energy Conversion and Management 296(2023):117688.
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