Abstract
Thermal environment in buildings in hot climate is conditioned for comfort by air-conditioning that is energy intensive. Presently, most air-conditioning systems in Thailand and other countries in Southeast Asia use electricity-driven vapor compression systems to cool down the air to the set-point temperature. Latent load due to condensation of air humidity forms a large part of the air-conditioning load. This paper presents the results of experiment and simulation on a dehumidifier constructed from a water-to-air heat exchanger coated with a composite desiccant of SB15 mesoporous silica gel and LiCl, regenerated by low-temperature solar heated water. The results include values of dehumidification performance indices, a conclusion that the optimum cycle duration for dehumidification is close to 200–240 s, and that the effectiveness of moisture removal increase with the regeneration temperature of up to 70 °C. The dehumidifier can from a part of an air ventilator that will substantially reduce cooling load of air-conditioning. The results also highlight the significance of simulation-based analysis, specifically regarding the use of robust mathematical models.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
