Developing and upgrading of solar system thermal energy storage simulation models. Technical progress report, March 1, 1979-February 29, 1980

Technical Report · Thu May 01 00:00:00 EDT 1980

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/6817726· OSTI ID:6817726

Kuhn, J K; von Fuchs, G F; Zob, A P

Two water tank component simulation models have been selected and upgraded. These models are called the CSU Model and the Extended SOLSYS Model. The models have been standardized and links have been provided for operation in the TRNSYS simulation program. The models are described in analytical terms as well as in computer code. Specific water tank tests were performed for the purpose of model validation. Agreement between model data and test data is excellent. A description of the limitations has also been included. Streamlining results and criteria for the reduction of computer time have also been shown for both water tank computer models. Computer codes for the models and instructions for operating these models in TRNSYS have also been included, making the models readily available for DOE and industry use. Rock bed component simulation models have been reviewed and a model selected and upgraded. This model is a logical extension of the Mumma-Marvin model. Specific rock bed tests have been performed for the purpose of validation. Data have been reviewed for consistency. Details of the test results concerned with rock characteristics and pressure drop through the bed have been explored and are reported.

• Research Organization: Boeing Computer Services Co., Seattle, WA (USA)
• Sponsoring Organization: USDOE Solar Energy
• DOE Contract Number: AC02-77CS34482
• OSTI ID: 6817726
• Report Number(s): DOE/CS/34482-4; BCS-40311
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

14 SOLAR ENERGY
25 ENERGY STORAGE
ROCK BEDS
SENSIBLE HEAT STORAGE
MATHEMATICAL MODELS
SIMULATION
WATER
COMPUTER CODES
PRESSURE DROP
TANKS
TESTING
CONTAINERS
ENERGY STORAGE
HEAT STORAGE
HYDROGEN COMPOUNDS
OXYGEN COMPOUNDS
STORAGE
142000* - Solar Energy- Heat Storage- (1980-)
250600 - Energy Storage- Thermal