Dynamic Analysis of a Closed-Cycle Solar Adsorption Refrigerator Using Two Adsorbent-Adsorbate Pairs

Abstract

A dynamic analysis of a closed-cycle, solar adsorption refrigerator is presented. The instantaneous and daily system performance are studied using two adsorbent-adsorbate pairs, Zeolite 13X-Water and Chabazite-Methanol. The effect of design and operating parameters, including inert material thermal capacitance, matrix porosity, and evaporator and condenser temperatures on the solar and cycle coefficients of performance are evaluated.