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Volume 12

Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Sustainable Energy Technologies

SET2013Hong Kong, China26 to 29 August 2013291 papers

Organised by the Faculty of Construction and Environment and the Research Institute for Sustainable Urban Development, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, in collaboration with the University of Nottingham and the World Society of Sustainable Energy Technologies (WSSET).

Book 1291

  1. Conference paper

    Low-carbon construction: the rise, fall and rise again of engineered timber systems

    pp. 30–41 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Lehmann, S.

  2. Conference paper

    Analytical Solutions of Combined Heat Transfer on Spiral Tubes in Energy Piles

    pp. 42–53 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhang, W., Yang, H., Diao, N. and Fang, Z.

  3. Conference paper

    Development of Weather Data for Building Simulations and Air-Conditioning Design for Asian Locations

    pp. 54–66 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhang, Q.

  4. Conference paper

    The Potential of Cassava Biomass as a Feedstock for Sustainable Biogas Production in South Africa

    pp. 67–72 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Okudoh, V., Trois, C. and Workneh, T.

  5. Conference paper

    Theoretical Simulation of an Innovative Psychometric Solar Water Desalination System Coupled with Heat Pump and Photovoltaic cell

    pp. 73–83 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Shatat, M., Omer, S. and Riffat, S.

  6. Conference paper

    Measuring energy efficiency for elevated tank water supply systems

    pp. 84–90 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Wong, L., Mui, K. and Cheung, C.

  7. Conference paper

    Investigative Study of Biodiesel Production Properties of African Thevetia peruviana and Jatropha curcas seed oil Feedstocks using Local metallic salts as Catalysts

    pp. 91–99 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Eloka-Eboka, A., Ogunkale, B. and Inambao, F.

  8. Conference paper

    Dynamic simulation of UK retrofit for the HERB project

    pp. 100–109 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Tetlow, D., Franzke, C., Courdier, A., De Simon, L., Gan, G. and Riffat, S.

  9. Conference paper

    Feasibility Study of a Novel Solar Photovoltaic/Loop-heat-pipe Heat-pump Water Heating System

    pp. 110–120 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhang, X., Shen, J., Zhao, X. and Lu, L.

  10. Conference paper

    South African Stochastic Electric Power Forecast, Consumption Evaluation and Analysis

    pp. 121–129 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Onunka, C. and Eloka-Eboka, A.C.

  11. Conference paper

    Numerical and Experimental Analysis of a Dew-Point Cooling System with a Psychrometric Energy Core

    pp. 130–140 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Jradi, M. and Riffat, S.

  12. Conference paper

    A Hybrid Solar-Biomass ORC-Based CHP System Using a Novel Scroll Expander

    pp. 141–151 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Jradi, M., Li, J., Liu, H. and Riffat, S.

  13. Conference paper

    PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL (PCM) BASED ENERGY STORAGE MATERIALS AND GLOBAL APPLICATION EXAMPLES

    pp. 152–165 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ure, Z.

  14. Conference paper

    Solar Desiccant Air Conditioning System and Its Performance in the United Arab Emirates

    pp. 166–174 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Shaery, M., Dennis, R. and Al-Zubaidy, S.

  15. Conference paper

    ADIABATIC AIR INLET COOLING KIT FOR DRY HEAT REJECTION EQUIPMENTS USING MAINS WATER

    pp. 175–186 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ure, Z.

  16. Conference paper

    PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL BASED PASSIVE COOLING SYSTEMS DESIGN PRINCIPAL AND GLOBAL APPLICATION EXAMPLES

    pp. 187–198 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ure, Z.

  17. Conference paper

    A Study of the Use of Wireless Behavior Systems to Encourage Energy Efficiency in Domestic Properties

    pp. 199–208 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Shipman, R. and Gillott, M.

  18. Conference paper

    Calculation and analysis of the heat transfer of PCM wall

    pp. 209–217 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Yu, H. and Meng, E.

  19. Conference paper

    Research and development on solar wall component with color-changed

    pp. 218–224 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhu, J. and Chen, B.

  20. Conference paper

    Numerical Analysis of Heat Transfer Enhancement Performance of Pyramidal Longitudinal Vortex Generator

    pp. 225–229 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Yu, M., Wang, Q. and Chen, H.

  21. Conference paper

    Impact and vulnerability assessment of climate change scenarios in the Building Sector for East Asia

    pp. 230–240 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Lee, K. and Levermore, G.J.

  22. Conference paper

    Simulative and Experimental Investigation on the Cooling Performance of a Hybrid Ground Coupled Heat Pump System

    pp. 241–250 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Man, Y., Yang, H., Wang, J. and Fang, Z.

  23. Conference paper

    A modular solar thermal power system integrating cooling, heating and power generation (CCHP)

    pp. 251–258 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Wang, H.

  24. Conference paper

    Influence of receiver’s downside radiant characteristic on the performance of the heat-pipe evacuated-tube solar collector

    pp. 259–269 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zheng, H., Xiong, J., Su, Y. and Zhang, H.

  25. Conference paper

    Experimental Investigation on a Novel Thermochemical Absorption Cooling System

    pp. 270–275 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ding, Y. and Riffat, S.

  26. Conference paper

    Experimental investigation on finned tube PCM cold storage systems integrated with ejector cooling system

    pp. 276–284 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Chen, X., Omer, S. and Riffat, S.

  27. Conference paper

    Evaluation on natural ventilation and energy performance by opening plan of double skin facade

    pp. 285–293 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Cho, S., Sung, U. and Lim, S.

  28. Conference paper

    Integrated Optimization on Thermal and Aeroacoustic Performance of Room Air Conditioner by Simulation

    pp. 294–299 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Shao, S., Xu, H., Zou, H. and Tian, C.

  29. Conference paper

    Performance study on the air-to-water heat pump with heat storage device

    pp. 300–306 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Wang, Z., Yang, H. and Huang, H.

  30. Conference paper

    Analysis of Building Life Cycle Energy Consumption Based on the Wall Insulation Materials

    pp. 307–312 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Yang, J.L., Miao, G.W. and Yao, M.C.

  31. Conference paper

    Study on the electrical performance of PV panel with passive cooling of natural ventilation

    pp. 313–318 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Chen, H., Li, S., Wu, W. and Chen, X.

  32. Conference paper

    Simulation of Dynamic Characteristics of Droplet Impact on Liquid Film

    pp. 319–324 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Guo, Y., Wei, L. and Shen, S.

  33. Conference paper

    Study on Compression/Absorption Hybrid Heat Pump System with Ammonia/Water Mixture

    pp. 325–330 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    An, S.S., Jung, C.W., Kim, M.S., Park, S.R. and Kang, Y.T.

  34. Conference paper

    Cooling Performance Enhancement of the LED by Carbon Nano Paste

    pp. 331–337 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Kim, C.M., Jung, C.W. and Kang, Y.T.

  35. Conference paper

    A STUDY ON PROVISION OF DIFFERENT WINDOW TYPES FOR A TYPICAL GREEN MARK PLATINUM AWARD NATURALLY VENTILATED RESIDENTIAL BUILDING IN SINGAPORE

    pp. 338–343 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhao, R. and Zhang, W.

  36. Conference paper

    Recycling of cement Kiln dust in disaster relief housing in Egypt

    pp. 344–356 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Hassan, A.M.A., Lee, H., Park, J. and Song, J.S.

  37. Conference paper

    A Study on the correlation between the thermal conductivity and air tightness of film materials employed in the manufacturing of VIPs.

    pp. 357–362 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    De Simon, L., Zheng, X., Tetlow, D., Riffat, S. and Gan, G.

  38. Conference paper

    Strengthen Electrical Transformer Cooling by Using a Draft Funnel to Induce Self-generating Air Flow

    pp. 363–366 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Yu, M., Wang, Q. and Fan, X.

  39. Conference paper

    Improving Ice Formation by Additive for Cold Energy Storage

    pp. 367–375 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Hu, J., Sari, O. and Mahmed, C.

  40. Conference paper

    Experimental Investigation of Thermal Controlled Packaging from Phase Change Materials

    pp. 376–381 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ding, Y. and Riffat, S.

  41. Conference paper

    Research on the influence of part-load ratio on the performance of district cooling system

    pp. 382–389 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Huang, Q., Guo, C. and You, Y.

  42. Conference paper

    A Study on LCCO2 Evaluation Analysis according to Material Saving in Green Buildings: Case study on the Modular house

    pp. 390–399 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Park, J., Kim, S. and Chae, C.

  43. Conference paper

    Evaluation of a Novel Hybrid Ground-coupled Heat Pump System with Heat Compensation and Domestic Hot Water Supply

    pp. 400–404 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    You, T., Wu, W., Wang, B., Shi, W. and Li, X.

  44. Conference paper

    Simulation of a Combined Heating, Cooling and Domestic Hot Water System Based on Ground Source Absorption Heat Pump

    pp. 405–413 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Wu, W., You, T., Wang, B., Shi, W. and Li, X.

  45. Conference paper

    Characteristics of Assessment Items evaluated by Green Building Certification Criteria for Multi-Residential Building in Korea

    pp. 414–419 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Lee, S. and Lee, S.

  46. Conference paper

    Study on the safe and efficient operation of the solar heat pump water heater all the year round

    pp. 420–425 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Qin, H., Liu, C., Dong, D., Jin, X. and Li, J.

  47. Conference paper

    Integral Solar Powered Thermoacoustic Electricity Generator with Funnel-Shaped Concentrator

    pp. 426–431 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Kang, H., Jiang, F. and Zheng, H.

  48. Conference paper

    THE DEVELOPMENT OF SMART BUILDINGS

    pp. 432–438 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Bouguessa, H., Saadia, N. and Mansour, M.

  49. Conference paper

    Finite time thermodynamic analysis of the optimum temperature difference of integrative solar/air double source heat pump system

    pp. 439–448 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Qin, H., Jin, X., Liu, C. and Li, J.

  50. Conference paper

    Effect of Building Gap to Improve Pedestrian Comfort Levels and Ventilation

    pp. 449–455 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Pal, A., Luo, Z. and Biao, L.

  51. Conference paper

    Are BREEAM rated schools ‘Sustainable’?

    pp. 456–463 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Singhal, D. and Ford, B.

  52. Conference paper

    Sustainable Development and Built Heritage: Post-Catastrophe Reconstruction with Reclaimed Materials.

    pp. 464–473 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    D'Alençon, R., Delso, M. and Maestro, C.G.

  53. Conference paper

    Evaluation of Climate-Based Daylight Performance in Tropical Office Buildings- A Case Study

    pp. 474–482 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Chien, S. and Tseng, K.

  54. Conference paper

    Experimental study on the heat transfer under impinging jet array for low jet-to-plate distances

    pp. 483–492 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Caliskan, S., Calisir, T. and Baskaya, S.

  55. Conference paper

    IMPACT of SOIL SURFACE FINISHING on HORIZONTAL GROUND HEAT EXCHANGERS

    pp. 493–498 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Bottarelli, M. and Bortoloni, M.

  56. Conference paper

    EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION OF THE EFFECT OF RATIOS OF OUTDOOR AND RETURN AIR VOLUME FLOW RATES ON THE COOLING COIL CAPACITY AND EXERGY DESTRUCTION IN AN AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

    pp. 499–509 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ozek, E., Kilicarslan, A. and Seyitoglu, S.S.

  57. Conference paper

    Evaluation for drying potential of solar chimney power plants

    pp. 510–518 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Koonsrisuk, A.

  58. Conference paper

    Experimental Study on the Heat Transfer Performance of a New Active-Passive Heating System Integrated Solar Concentrators and "Tri-Layer" Structural PCM Walls

    pp. 519–526 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ling, H., Chen, C., Chen, Z., Zheng, H., Li, N., Guan, Y. and Han, Y.

  59. Conference paper

    A Novel Point Focusing Funnel-Shaped Concentrator: design and Experimental investigation

    pp. 527–533 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zheng, H., Su, Y., Dai, J. and Tao, T.

  60. Conference paper

    An enhanced signature analysis for calibrating the as-built energy simulation of a commercial building

    pp. 534–540 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Song, S. and Haberl, J.S.

  61. Conference paper

    Comparison of various residential space heating systems in Beijing, from views of end-users’ demand and exergy analysis

    pp. 541–550 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Luo, M., Li, M., Cao, B., Wu, T., Feng, X. and Zhu, Y.

  62. Conference paper

    Numerical Study of Non-Equilibrium Two Phase Flow and Shock Effect in Supersonic Steam Jetting Flow

    pp. 551–561 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Yang, Y., Shen, S., Mu, X., Zhou, S., Liu, R. and Zhang, K.

  63. Conference paper

    ROBUST CONTROL TECHNIQUES OF ASVC-BASED VAR FLOW COMPENSATION

    pp. 562–569 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Benyamina, M. and Mazari, B.

  64. Conference paper

    A review of solar photovoltaic concentrators

    pp. 570–582 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Khamooshi, M., Egelioglu, F., Faghiri, A.H. and Shakibaei, A.A.

  65. Conference paper

    A Critical Review of Indoor Air Quality in Hot and Humid Climate

    pp. 583–595 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Wongwatcharapaiboon, J., Gan, G. and Riffat, S.B.

  66. Conference paper

    Feasibility study of stand-alone a solar-wind-battery system for a remote island in Hong Kong

    pp. 596–607 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ma, T., Yang, H. and Lu, L.

  67. Conference paper

    Design of Solar Heliostat System for a Community Level Cooking Application

    pp. 608–622 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Morapakala, S., Ananthakrishnan, A. and Deshmukh, S.

  68. Conference paper

    From Heat Exchanger to Heat Adaptor: Concept, Analysis and Application

    pp. 623–631 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhang, Y., Shi, W. and Zhang, Y.

  69. Conference paper

    Solid Oxide Fuel Cells Running on Landfill Gas

    pp. 632–642 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ni, M.

  70. Conference paper

    ENERGY EFFICIENCY STUDIES BY USING PROSTEAM

    pp. 643–652 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Celenk, D., Senocak, S., Hart, J. and Tainsh, R.

  71. Conference paper

    Sustainability from Hassan Fathy perspective – The ancient passive tools between theory and apply

    pp. 653–659 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Lee, H., Park, J. and Hassan, A.M.A.

  72. Conference paper

    Experimental investigation on influence of pre-wetting on wetted area and system performance for liquid desiccant air-conditioning system

    pp. 660–665 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Qi, R., Lu, L. and Yang, H.

  73. Conference paper

    Investigations of a Magnetic Refrigerator Prototype

    pp. 666–672 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sari, O., Mahmed, C., Nikkola, P., Hu, J., Gabella, T., Rahali, F. and Hadorn, J.C.

  74. Conference paper

    Numerical thermal investigation on pile ground heat exchangers with groundwater seepage

    pp. 673–679 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Wang, D., Cui, P., Lu, L. and Yang, H.

  75. Conference paper

    A Weighted RMSD Control Model for Holt-Winters Forecasting of Output Power of a Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic System

    pp. 680–687 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Su, Y., Chan, L. and Ng, S.

  76. Conference paper

    Economic Analysis of A Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Cogeneration/Trigeneration System for Hotels in Hong Kong

    pp. 688–697 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Chen, J.M. and Ni, M.

  77. Conference paper

    Using Tubular Daylighting Systems to Improve Illuminance Level in Double-Loaded Corridor in Educational Buildings

    pp. 698–708 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Freewan, A.A.

  78. Conference paper

    Effect of Economic Strategies on the Environmental Footprint and Sustainability of a Combined Cycle Power Plant

    pp. 709–720 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ganjeh Kaviri, A., Jaafar, M.N.M. and Tholudin, M.L.

  79. Conference paper

    Optimal Design of A Solar Water Heating System for Multiple Purposes in Low-Energy Buildings

    pp. 721–729 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Yan, C., Wang, S. and Ma, Z.

  80. Conference paper

    Ideal Mechanical Ventilation Strategies for Office Buildings in Summer from Energy Efficiency Perspective: Principle and Case Studies for 204 China Cities

    pp. 730–741 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Cheng, R., Zhang, Y., Wang, X. and Ye, Y.

  81. Conference paper

    The Applicability of the ‘Selective’ Environmental Control Mode in a Hot and Humid Climate Zone: A Study of Geoffrey Bawa’s Bioclimatic Facade

    pp. 742–751 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sun, M., Ford, B. and Lau, B.

  82. Conference paper

    The Impact of Bioclimatic Facades on the Indoor Thermal Environment of Medium-Rise Office Buildings in South-Eastern China within a Hot and Humid Climate Zone

    pp. 752–763 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sun, M., Lau, B. and Ford, B.

  83. Conference paper

    Volatile organic compounds in normal human exhaled breath, a long neglected pollutant source

    pp. 764–769 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sun, X. and Yang, X.

  84. Conference paper

    A Chiller Demand Limiting Strategy for Frequency Controlled Reserve in Smart Grid

    pp. 770–778 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Xue, X., Wang, S., Sun, Y. and Xiao, F.

  85. Conference paper

    Heat and mass transfer of composite desiccant wheels based on different substrate materials

    pp. 779–786 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Li, H., Dai, Y. and Wang, R.

  86. Conference paper

    Development Direction of a prefabricated Method for the Interior Finishing Work of Modular Housing Unit

    pp. 787–790 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Park, S.Y., Kim, K.T., Park, N.C. and Chae, M.J.

  87. Conference paper

    A Study on the Efficient Project Delivery System for Unit Modular Housing Reusable in Materials for Construction

    pp. 791–794 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Park, N., Kim, K., Park, S. and Chae, M.

  88. Conference paper

    Earth Power Generation System –Soil battery

    pp. 795–815 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Xie, B., Mempouo, B. and Riffat, S.B.

  89. Conference paper

    THE OTHER WAY OF DESIGNING A TROPICAL TAOIST ACADEMIC CENTRE

    pp. 816–837 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Hoo, L.K. and Lau, B.

  90. Conference paper

    Designing a green library among trees

    pp. 838–848 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhang, H.R., Lau, P.H. and Wu, H.

  91. Conference paper

    Performance Evaluation of PV Inverter Based on Actual Efficiency Test

    pp. 849–853 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhang, Z., Li, M., Shi, J., Li, Q. and Liu, Y.

  92. Conference paper

    Effectiveness of reflective surfaces on thermal performance of heat pipe solar collector in Malaysia.

    pp. 854–865 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ong, K. and Tong, W.

  93. Conference paper

    Prospects and Potentials of Moringa oleifera Seed-oil as Biodiesel Fuel Alternative in Southern Africa

    pp. 866–876 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Eloka-Eboka, A. and Inambao, F.

  94. Conference paper

    Thermal conductivity augmentation of composite materials with artificially designed filler shapes

    pp. 877–885 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Wang, X. and Zhang, L.

  95. Conference paper

    REELCOOP project: developing renewable energy technologies for electricity generation

    pp. 886–890 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Oliveira, A.C. and Coelho, B.

  96. Conference paper

    Energy efficient residential lighting: application in HERB project

    pp. 891–897 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Erhart, D.K., Eicker, U. and Botero, L.

  97. Conference paper

    Development of an energy efficient refurbishment concept and new ways of energy supply for a post-war quarter in Ludwigsburg / Germany

    pp. 898–905 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Erhart, D.K., Bialk, S., Botero, L., Eicker, U. and Kurth, D.

  98. Conference paper

    Performance of natural and forced convection heat pipe solar water heaters.

    pp. 906–915 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Tong, W., Ong, K. and Ng, W.

  99. Conference paper

    Preliminary Experimental Testing of Automotive Alternator in as Micro-Power Generator in a Biomass-Fire Organic Rankine Cycle System

    pp. 916–928 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Daminabo, F. and Riffat, S.B.

  100. Conference paper

    Experimental Testing of a Gast Air motor as a Prime Mover in a Biomass Powered ORC System

    pp. 929–936 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Daminabo, F. and Liu, H.

  101. Conference paper

    Compressed Stabilized Earth Blocks; A case for an Environmental friendly option and a Mitigation Factor to the effects of Global warming in hot humid climate

    pp. 937–944 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Daminabo, F.F.O. and Osuku, J.

  102. Conference paper

    Parametric Analysis of a compressed Air Energy Storage for Large Scale Grid Integrated Wind Farms

    pp. 945–955 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ramadan, O., Omer, S. and Riffat, S.

  103. Conference paper

    Caring Management Practices Deliver Sustainable Energy Technologies to the Buildings

    pp. 956–963 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Lam, B.Y.

  104. Conference paper

    Indoor Environment Evaluation of UK Social Housing Pre and Post Refurbishment

    pp. 964–970 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Altan, H., Refaee, M. and Kim, Y.K.

  105. Conference paper

    Primary Investigation on the Light Concentrating Performance of Some Flowers Based on the CPC Theory

    pp. 971–980 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zheng, Y., Zheng, H. and Xue, X.

  106. Conference paper

    Achieving Zero Carbon New Built Homes in the UK: Demonstrated through a Case Study

    pp. 981–992 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Altan, H. and Dara, C.

  107. Conference paper

    Study on the optimal wind turbine layout spacing of aligned wind farm located in Hong Kong offshore

    pp. 993–1000 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Gao, X., Yang, H. and Lu, L.

  108. Conference paper

    Experimental research of a fin-tube type internally-cooled liquid desiccant dehumidifier

    pp. 1001–1007 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Luo, Y., Shao, S., Xu, H., Tian, C. and Yang, H.

  109. Conference paper

    The study on heat transfer case of pile foundation ground heat exchangers

    pp. 1008–1013 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhang, W., Yang, H., Lu, L. and Fang, Z.

  110. Conference paper

    Microencapsulated Phase Change Material (MPCM) Suspension: Newtonian or non-Newtonian fluid?

    pp. 1014–1019 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Qiu, Z., Zhao, X., Ali, S.A. and Li, P.

  111. Conference paper

    Numerical Analysis on the Thermal Performance of a Novel Roof Integrated Unique Polyethylene Heat Exchanger “Invisible Solar Panel”

    pp. 1020–1032 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Mempouo, B. and Riffat, S.

  112. Conference paper

    An Overview of Green Financing and Business Models for the Development of Renewable Energy in the Pearl River Delta

    pp. 1033–1039 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Lam, P.T., Yang, H. and Yu, J.S.

  113. Conference paper

    Theoretical Study on Leakage of Urban Medium-pressure Natural Gas Pipeline

    pp. 1040–1051 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Lu, L., Yan, Y., Zhang, X., Li, J. and Zhao, X.

  114. Conference paper

    Modeling transient heat transfer by borehole and pile ground heat exchangers using composite-medium line-source approach

    pp. 1052–1059 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Yi, Y. and Li, M.

  115. Conference paper

    Approach of a Solar Building Integrated with Multiple Novel Solar Technologies

    pp. 1060–1069 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ji, J., Yu, Z., Sun, W. and Wang, W.

  116. Conference paper

    Design and research of high concentrating photovoltaic and thermal systems

    pp. 1070–1079 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ji, J., Chen, H., Sun, W. and Wang, Y.

  117. Conference paper

    Impedance based on entransy dissipation in non-steady heat transfer process and its application

    pp. 1080–1086 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhang, Y., Zhang, Y., Chen, Q. and Wang, X.

  118. Conference paper

    Generating a modified weather data file for urban building design and sustainable urban planning accounting for the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect

    pp. 1087–1101 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Shen, T., Chow, D., Cui, T. and Darkwa, J.

  119. Conference paper

    Theoretical Investigation of the Thermal Performance of a Novel Building Integrated PV/Thermal Roof Collector

    pp. 1102–1114 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Buker, M.S., Mempouo, B. and Riffat, S.B.

  120. Conference paper

    Investigation on Solar Heating System with Solar Air Collector and Different Building Envelopes

    pp. 1115–1122 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sun, C., Duan, C. and Shu, S.

  121. Conference paper

    Combined Dynamic and Thermodynamic Analysis of a β type Stirling Engine

    pp. 1123–1130 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Duan, C., Sun, C., Shu, S. and Ding, G.

  122. Conference paper

    Improve Building Energy Efficiency Through Commissioning

    pp. 1131–1138 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Wang, Z., Yang, H. and Li, Y.

  123. Conference paper

    Limitations on the Efficiency of Biomass Gasification

    pp. 1139–1147 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Svishchev, D.A., Kozlov, A.N. and Keiko, A.V.

  124. Conference paper

    Combining H2 Generation and Grey Water Recycling at Household Scale

    pp. 1148–1158 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Graham, N.J.D., Hellgardt, K., Wong, K.S., Keirstead, J. and Majali, Q.

  125. Conference paper

    Development of a Semi-dynamic Model of Active Pipe-embedded Building Envelope for Thermal Performance Prediction for Utilizing Low-grade Energy Sources

    pp. 1159–1166 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhu, Q., Xu, X., Gao, J. and Xiao, F.

  126. Conference paper

    Performance Analysis on Water Heating System of a Sewage-source Heat Pump Applied in Public Bathroom

    pp. 1167–1171 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Li, Z., Lu, Y., Liu, X., Lu, R. and Li, X.

  127. Conference paper

    A Comparative Study of the Climate Resilience of Timber Frame and Masonry Homes of Similar Designs in the UK

    pp. 1172–1182 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Rodrigues, L.T. and Nikiforiadis, F.

  128. Conference paper

    Development of prediction models for next-day building energy consumption and peak power demand using data mining techniques

    pp. 1183–1194 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Fan, C., Xiao, F. and Wang, S.

  129. Conference paper

    A model-based method for evaluating energy impact of low delta-T syndrome in complex chilled water distribution systems

    pp. 1195–1203 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Gao, D., Wang, S., Xiao, F. and Niu, X.

  130. Conference paper

    Study on Building Energy Consumption and Control (I) ——Wall’s Transmission Load and Thermal Performance under Natural Ventilation

    pp. 1204–1214 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Huo, H., Jing, C. and Hu, Z.

  131. Conference paper

    The architectural implications of adopting low exergy cooling strategy: separation of sensible and latent cooling

    pp. 1215–1222 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Chen, K.W., Schlueter, A. and Janssen, P.

  132. Conference paper

    Study on the performance of a novel beam-down concentrating solar tower system

    pp. 1223–1234 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Li, X., Dai, Y. and Wang, R.

  133. Conference paper

    Study of hotel energy performance using data envelopment analysis

    pp. 1235–1242 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Hui, S.C.M. and Wan, M.C.W.

  134. Conference paper

    Optimization Method for Wind Farm Management System by Considering Novel Wake Effect Model

    pp. 1243–1250 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Kim, H., Jung, S. and Jang, G.

  135. Conference paper

    The Study of Agri-tecture Based on Sustainability-Oriented Principles

    pp. 1251–1255 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Liu, Y., Zhang, R., Zhang, Y. and Wang, X.

  136. Conference paper

    Thermodynamic System Studies on NGCC plants with Pre-combustion CO2 Capture Using SEWGS Technology

    pp. 1256–1264 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Thattai, A.T., Dijkstra, J.W., Haije, W., Boersma, B.J., Geerlings, H. and Aravind, P.

  137. Conference paper

    A Theoretical Investigation of a Solar Photovoltaic Thermal System Integrated with Phase Change Materials

    pp. 1265–1272 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sohel, M.I., Ma, Z., Cooper, P., Adams, J. and Scott, R.

  138. Conference paper

    Examination of Thermodynamic and Environmental Performance of Deep-Freeze Systems in Supermarket

    pp. 1273–1280 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sogut, M.Z., Karakoc, T.H. and Turan, O.

  139. Conference paper

    Exergetic Definition of Sustainability for Small Turbojet Engines

    pp. 1281–1287 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Turan, O., Karakoc, T.H. and Sogut, M.Z.

  140. Conference paper

    Thermodynamic analyses of an integrated biomass gasification and solid oxide fuel cell system.

    pp. 1288–1296 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Jia, J., Zhao, Z. and Sun, B.

  141. Conference paper

    New E-Shaped Cantilever MEMS-Based Piezoelectric Energy Harvester for Low Frequency Applications and Power Optimization

    pp. 1297–1303 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Saadon, S. and Sidek, O.

  142. Conference paper

    Effects of fuel properties and operating conditions on combustion of peanut and tamarind shells in a conical fluidized-bed combustor using an alternative bed material

    pp. 1304–1346 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Kuprianov, V.I. and Arromdee, P.

  143. Conference paper

    Integrated Energy Management System for Energy Optimised Office Spaces

    pp. 1347–1351 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Gökçe, K.U. and Gökçe, H.U.

  144. Conference paper

    Hybrid Building Concept Integrated with Off-the-Grid Energy Generation Systems and Smart City Grids

    pp. 1352–1358 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Gökçe, H.U. and Gökçe, K.U.

  145. Conference paper

    eeBIM for Energy Optimized Building Operations

    pp. 1359–1364 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Gökçe, K.U. and Gökçe, H.U.

  146. Conference paper

    The evaluation model of green rural housing in cold region

    pp. 1365–1368 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Jin, H., Wu, X. and Fan, W.

  147. Conference paper

    Numerical Simulation and Experimental Study on Heat Pipe PV/T System in Different Conditions

    pp. 1369–1374 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Liu, Y., Yang, H. and Lv, J.

  148. Conference paper

    Analysis on the Thermal and Visual Performance Caused by Different Shading Control Patterns

    pp. 1375–1381 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Li, Z., Lu, R., Zhao, Q., Lu, Y. and Jiang, F.

  149. Conference paper

    Thermal Analysis of Wind Turbine Nacelle of 2.5 MW Turbine at Summer Conditions

    pp. 1382–1393 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Tekin, K.N., Yavuz, T. and Koç, E.

  150. Conference paper

    Energy Plus Building Concept Integrated with Methanol Based Hydrogen Fuel Cell Systems

    pp. 1394–1400 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Gökçe, H.U. and Gökçe, K.U.

  151. Conference paper

    Multi-Dimensional Energy Optimisation System as an Intelligent Agent for Build Environments

    pp. 1401–1406 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Gökçe, H.U. and Gökçe, K.U.

  152. Conference paper

    Optimising Insulation Thickness and Analysing Environmental Impacts of Aerogel-Based Thermal Superinsulation in Buildings

    pp. 1407–1426 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Cuce, E., Cuce, P.M., Wood, C.J. and Riffat, S.B.

  153. Conference paper

    Theoretical Investigation of Solar Powered Heat Recovery Panels in Buildings

    pp. 1427–1437 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Cuce, P.M., Cuce, E. and Riffat, S.B.

  154. Conference paper

    Second Law Analysis of Solar Powered Heat Recovery Panels in Buildings

    pp. 1438–1442 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Cuce, P.M., Cuce, E. and Riffat, S.B.

  155. Conference paper

    Analysis of Energy-saving Transformation on the Air Conditioning Modes of Historical and Stylistic Architecture in Tianjin

    pp. 1443–1450 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhang, B. and Lv, J.

  156. Conference paper

    Biodiesel production status: Are the present policies good enough for the growth of Biodiesel sector in India?

    pp. 1451–1457 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Awalgaonkar, N., Tibdewal, S., Singal, V., James, J.M. and K, K.A.

  157. Conference paper

    Assessing Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP): Low cost measurement-based alternatives to SAP in housing

    pp. 1458–1466 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Papafragkou, A., Ghosh, S., James, P.A., Rogers, A. and Bahaj, A.S.

  158. Conference paper

    Capillary Plane Radiation Air-conditioning System Based on Slope Roof

    pp. 1467–1471 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Li, Y., Wang, T., Liu, X. and Liu, Z.

  159. Conference paper

    Flow Properties of CO2 Hydrate Slurry Used as a Secondary Refrigerant

    pp. 1472–1478 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Liu, N., Yu, H., You, L. and Zhang, Y.

  160. Conference paper

    CO2 Capture From Gas Mixtures by Clathrate Crystallization

    pp. 1479–1485 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Liu, N., You, L. and Zhang, Y.

  161. Conference paper

    EXPERIMENTAL INVESTIGATION OF THERMAL BEHAVIOR OF SOLAR COLLECTOR WALL WITH VENETIAN BLIND STRUCTURE

    pp. 1486–1491 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Wang, C., He, W. and Ji, J.

  162. Conference paper

    A Novel Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Tri-Generation System for Low Carbon Buildings

    pp. 1492–1504 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Elmer, T., Worall, M. and Riffat, S.B.

  163. Conference paper

    BALANCING THE VOLTAGE IN A SERIES STRING OF SUPERCAPACITORS

    pp. 1505–1514 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Elzen, I., Said, H. and Mohamed, A.

  164. Conference paper

    The potential gasoline additive produced by aqueous phase catalysis of sorbitol

    pp. 1515–1520 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Tan, J., Liu, Q., Qiu, S., Wang, T., Zhang, Q., Zhang, Q. and Ma, L.

  165. Conference paper

    Investigation on Solar/Thermoelectric Tube for Heating and Generation

    pp. 1521–1526 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Liu, L., Riffat, S., Worall, M. and Mempouo, B.

  166. Conference paper

    Energy Conversion and Storage

    pp. 1527–1530 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Aboukhres, S., Elkalash, A. and Ayad, H.

  167. Conference paper

    CFD simulations of the indoor climate of a low energy building in a sub-Arctic climate: an evaluation of different heating systems.

    pp. 1531–1542 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Risberg, D., Vesterlund, M., Westerlund, L. and Dahl, J.

  168. Conference paper

    Building integrated solar cooling: From natural porous materials to solar-responsive multifunctional nano-composites

    pp. 1543–1549 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Karamanis, D., Kyritsi, E., Vardoulakis, E., Gorgolis, G., Krimpalis, S., Kapsalis, V. and Ökte, N.

  169. Conference paper

    Adaptive Protection for a Microgrid with PV Generation

    pp. 1550–1561 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Buque, C. and Chowdhury, S.

  170. Conference paper

    Study on Evaluation of Green Building Technology Application to Embodied Energy and Embodied Carbon Reduction in Buildings

    pp. 1562–1571 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Kim, S. and Chae, C.

  171. Conference paper

    Pressure Analysis on a Cuboid Tall Building Using CFD in Different Wind Directions

    pp. 1572–1577 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Li, X., Li, Z., Jiang, F., Gou, S., Lu, Y. and Hu, L.

  172. Conference paper

    The use of Electrically-driven Compressor in Achieving Efficient and ‘Green’ Air-Conditioning System in Automobiles

    pp. 1578–1583 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Nasution, H., Aziz, A.A., Dahlan, A.A. and Sumeru

  173. Conference paper

    Experimental Study of the Performance of LPG as Refrigerant in Adiabatic Capillary Tube used in Split-Type Air-Conditioner

    pp. 1584–1589 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Shodiya, S., Aziz, A.A., Darus, A.N. and Nasution, H.

  174. Conference paper

    A Simple Method of Designing Low Temperature Freezer Using Double Stage Refrigeration System For Small Capacity

    pp. 1590–1595 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sumeru, Rahman, A.H.A., Ani, F.N. and Nasution, H.

  175. Conference paper

    Economical Feasibility and Measuring Support for Ground Source Heat Pumps: an Application to a Residential Building

    pp. 1596–1605 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Carlini, M., Castellucci, S., Allegrini, E. and Cocchi, S.

  176. Conference paper

    Field study on the operating characteristics of heat pump system with the flue gas heat recovery

    pp. 1606–1611 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Lee, G., Lee, S. and Lee, Y.

  177. Conference paper

    Potential of HVAC Decontamination and Treatment for Improving Energy Efficiency and Healthcare Environment

    pp. 1612–1615 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Haziqah, A., Nasution, H., Aziz, A.A., Latiff, Z.A., Perang, M.R.M., Zulkarnain, K. and Yeo, W.R.

  178. Conference paper

    Collision of a Liquid Drop with a Static Hemispherical Droplet on Spherical Solid Surfaces

    pp. 1616–1623 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Liang, G., Guo, Y. and Shen, S.

  179. Conference paper

    The use of Hydrocarbon Mixture in Achieving ‘Green’ Car Air-Conditioning System

    pp. 1624–1630 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Dahlan, A.A., Nasution, H., Aziz, A.A., Latif, Z.A., Perang, M.R.M., Jamil, H.M. and Yaakob, W.M.A.

  180. Conference paper

    Flow characteristics of double diffusive convection in an enclosure

    pp. 1631–1638 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Xu, H., Xiao, R., Karimi, F., Shao, B. and Yang, M.

  181. Conference paper

    Techno-economic evaluation of butanol production via black liquor fractionation

    pp. 1639–1650 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Mesfun, S., Lundgren, J., Grip, C., Toffolo, A. and Rova, U.

  182. Conference paper

    Numerical Study of New Turbulent Heat Transfer Correlations for Equilateral Polygonal and Rectangular Ducts

    pp. 1651–1659 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Yang, M., Wang, P., Xu, H. and Zhang, Y.

  183. Conference paper

    Dynamic Daylighting Architecture

    pp. 1660–1671 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Köster, H.

  184. Conference paper

    Numerical Simulation and Optimisation of Automotive Air-Conditioning and Defrosting Ducts

    pp. 1672–1682 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    He, Z., Wang, T., Zhang, W. and Wang, X.

  185. Conference paper

    A Wireless Sensor and Actuator Network for Domestic Automated Demand Response

    pp. 1683–1689 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Shipman, R. and Gillott, M.

  186. Conference paper

    Energy Consumption Comparison of Data center Cooled with Air and Water

    pp. 1690–1694 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhao, J., Liu, N. and Xiao, K.

  187. Conference paper

    Efficiency Comparison of Air Source Heat Pump Unit with Different Defrosting

    pp. 1695–1699 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhao, J., Yan, G. and Liu, N.

  188. Conference paper

    A New Explain on the Mechanism Analysis of Asymmetric Flow in the Boiler Furnace with a Symmetrical Structure

    pp. 1700–1706 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Wang, H., Yang, M., Xu, H., Wang, Z. and Huang, K.

  189. Conference paper

    Experimental Study on Two-reactor Silica gel-water Adsorption Desalination System Using Low-temperatures

    pp. 1707–1711 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Hyun, J., Israr, F., Im, H.J., Ng, K.C., Lee, Y.J. and Chun, W.

  190. Conference paper

    Modelling and experimental studies of municipal green waste pyrolysis

    pp. 1712–1722 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Kabir, M., Rasul, M., Ashwath, N. and Chowdhury, A.

  191. Conference paper

    Optimisation of Biofuel Production from Municipal Green Waste (MGW) Pyrolysis using ASPEN plus Simulation Model

    pp. 1723–1733 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Kabir, M., Rasul, M., Ashwath, N. and Chowdhury, A.

  192. Conference paper

    Experimental study of the average droplet velocity of biodiesel in glycerine

    pp. 1734–1737 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    TK, B.F. and Mawarni, D.I.

  193. Conference paper

    The research on optimization of the inner flow field of biogas plant by using multiphase flow technology

    pp. 1738–1746 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Huang, R., Wang, J., Long, E., Luo, T., Mei, Z. and Long, Y.

  194. Conference paper

    Experimental Study on Thermal Barrier Coating of a Diesel Engine Powered by Kapok Biodiesel

    pp. 1747–1754 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Vedharaj, S., Vallinayagam, R., Yang, W., Chou, S., Chua, K. and Lee, P.

  195. Conference paper

    Experimental Study on Using Pine Oil Biofuel in a Diesel Engine by Preheating the Inlet Air

    pp. 1755–1762 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Vallinayagam, R., Vedharaj, S., Yang, W., Lee, P., Chua, K. and Chou, S.

  196. Conference paper

    The effects of heat transfer on the reduction of detailed chemical mechanism in HCCI combustion engine

    pp. 1763–1771 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Bahlouli, K., Saray, R.K. and Atikol, U.

  197. Conference paper

    Performance Study of Cascade Refrigeration System using Natural Refrigerants (R290-R744)

    pp. 1772–1783 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Singh, R., Ahmad, S. and Jain, S.

  198. Conference paper

    Cement Calciner Model Development for Optimizing the Usage of Alternative Fuels

    pp. 1784–1794 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Rahman, A., Rasul, M., Khan, M. and Sharma, S.

  199. Conference paper

    Thermal Performance Analysis of Earth Pipe Cooling System for Subtropical Climate

    pp. 1795–1803 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ahmed, S.F., Khan, M.M.K., Amanullah, M.T.O., Rasul, M.G. and Hassan, N.M.S.

  200. Conference paper

    Making Clean Energy and Energy Storage technologies more accessible to Industry and making Clean Energy more accessible to users

    pp. 1804–1815 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Pretorius, C. and Chowdhury, S.

  201. Conference paper

    COMPUTER AIDED THERMAL ANALYSIS OF AEROBRIDGE INTERIORS AT THE CHENNAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

    pp. 1816–1825 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Awalgaonkar, N., Vyas, A., Patel, R. and Ghosh, S.

  202. Conference paper

    Load Management Techniques for a typical South African Utility

    pp. 1826–1831 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Buque, C. and Chowdhury, S.

  203. Conference paper

    Computational approach to evaluate performance of split type residential air source heat pump water heater at different operational state.

    pp. 1832–1841 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Tangwe, S.L., Simon, M. and Meyer, E.

  204. Conference paper

    Understanding near sunrise and sunset PV system behaviour to identify measures to maximise effective energy yield

    pp. 1842–1849 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Pillai, R., Rao, A., Mani, M. and Ramamurthy, P.

  205. Conference paper

    Possibilities of Interfacing Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructures with AC Railways

    pp. 1850–1858 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Fadiran, J. and Chowdhury, S.

  206. Conference paper

    Power System Restoration with an Automatic Voltage Regulated Distributed Generator

    pp. 1859–1867 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Benjamin, Z., Fadiran, J. and Chowdhury, S.

  207. Conference paper

    Wireless sensor network for HVAC applications: a review

    pp. 1868–1878 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Huang, G., Zhou, P. and Zhang, L.

  208. Conference paper

    Strategy for Obtaining and Benchmarking Energy Efficiency of the Baking Industry within South Africa

    pp. 1879–1886 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Mthwecu, S., Premraj, S. and Chowdhury, S.

  209. Conference paper

    Passive cooling technology for photovoltaic panels for domestic houses

    pp. 1887–1898 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Xiong, C. and Wu, S.

  210. Conference paper

    Urban energy consumption based on a cohort model in a local city of Indonesia

    pp. 1899–1908 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sukarno, I., Matsumoto, H., Kimura, R. and Susanti, L.

  211. Conference paper

    Analyzing the Cost Method of Green Building Certification Items for Multi-Residential Building in Korea

    pp. 1909–1918 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Lee, S. and Lee, S.

  212. Conference paper

    Gasification of Coffee Bean Husks: Analysis and Model Development for Energy Generation using ASPEN Plus Simulation Software

    pp. 1919–1930 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Leyden, T.G., Rasul, M. and Kabir, M.

  213. Conference paper

    A New AHU Based on THIC and Large Temperature Difference

    pp. 1931–1935 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Yang, Y., Li, F. and Zhou, X.

  214. Conference paper

    Indigenous Scavenging System for Two-Stroke Stepped-Piston Engine

    pp. 1936–1942 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Jien, L.T., Latiff, Z.A., Said, M.F.M. and Aziz, A.A.

  215. Conference paper

    An Energy Efficiency Assistance Program for Low-income Households in South Korea: Introduction and Case Studies

    pp. 1943–1948 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Yoo, S., Ahn, B., Jeong, H., Choi, Y., Kim, J. and Jang, C.

  216. Conference paper

    Simulation investigation of heating load for solid wall house retrofitted with Vacuum Insulation Panels

    pp. 1949–1957 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Alotaibi, S.S. and Riffat, S.

  217. Conference paper

    Evaluation of a Ground Source Heat Pump System in A Net-Zero Energy Office Building

    pp. 1958–1966 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Huang, S., Ma, Z. and Cooper, P.

  218. Conference paper

    Experimental Investigation on the Thermal Performance of the LiCl Solution in the Solar Collector

    pp. 1967–1972 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Qian, J., Yin, Y. and Zhang, X.

  219. Conference paper

    A field survey concerning energy consumption of public buildings and analysis on saving energy measures of the Yangtze River basin

    pp. 1973–1979 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Li, Y., Zou, S., Gao, X. and Lin, A.

  220. Conference paper

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    pp. 1980–1987 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Long, J., Zhang, Q., Wang, T., Zhang, X., Xu, Y. and Ma, L.

  221. Conference paper

    Numerical model and Calculations of Solar Indirect Storage and Heating System

    pp. 1988–1994 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Lu, J., Zhao, J. and Chen, P.

  222. Conference paper

    Architectural Quality approaching Integration with Solar Thermal Collectors and Photovoltaics

    pp. 1995–1999 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Jahanara, A., Sevinç, H. and Azami, A.

  223. Conference paper

    The Use of Renewable Energy in Residentials by means of PV-Systems for Approaching Sustainability

    pp. 2000–2008 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sevinc, H. and Najjaran, F.

  224. Conference paper

    Integration Feasibility of Photovoltaic in Rectors’ Office, EMU, Famagusta, North Cyprus

    pp. 2009–2015 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Azami, A., Jahanara, A., Sevinç, H., Sadeghi, A. and Aghajani, N.

  225. Conference paper

    A lens-walled CPC PV/T module: modelling and testing of PV cells using MATLAB/Simulink

    pp. 2016–2023 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhou, H., Su, Y. and Yu, X.

  226. Conference paper

    Design, simulation and preliminary testing of a small dielectric CPC panel for daylighting control

    pp. 2024–2031 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Su, Y., Yu, X., Zheng, H., Feng, C. and Riffat, S.

  227. Conference paper

    EnergyPlus simulation of energy saving potential from daylighting in a new educational building

    pp. 2032–2039 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Li, S., Su, Y. and Yu, X.

  228. Conference paper

    Modelling and Investigation of A Solar Assisted Liquid Desiccant Dehumidification Air-Conditioning System

    pp. 2040–2047 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Mohaisen, A.K., Ma, Z. and Cooper, P.

  229. Conference paper

    A Study on Heat Storage Capacity Performance of Thermochemical Materials

    pp. 2048–2057 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Mempouo, B., Su, Y. and Riffat, S.B.

  230. Conference paper

    Bioclimatic Analysis for Improving Indoor Thermal Comfort of Residential Buildings in Jiangnan Region, the South Bank of Middle – Lower Yangtze River of China

    pp. 2058–2067 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Gou, S., Li, Z., Zhao, Q., Hu, L. and Li, X.

  231. Conference paper

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    pp. 2068–2073 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Kim, J., Ahn, B.L., Kim, J., Jeong, H., Jang, C. and Jang, S.

  232. Conference paper

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    pp. 2074–2081 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Fonseca Jr., J.G.D.S., Oozeki, T., Ohtake, H., Shimose, K., Takashima, T. and Ogimoto, K.

  233. Conference paper

    EXERGOECONOMIC ANALYSIS of a NANO FLUID ORC COGENERATION of LOW-GRADE WASTE

    pp. 2082–2089 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Saadatfar, B., Fakhrai, R. and Franson, T.

  234. Conference paper

    Simulation of the PM2.5 Dust Deposition on Self-Cleaning Glasses

    pp. 2090–2093 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Jiang, Y., Lu, L. and Sun, K.

  235. Conference paper

    A Novel Solar-Driven System for Two-Step Conversion of CO2

    pp. 2094–2103 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Wei, B., Fakhrai, R., Saadatfar, B. and Fransson, T.

  236. Conference paper

    Exergy analysis of a sustainable building refurbishment in a North-Italy town

    pp. 2104–2115 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Pulvirenti, B.

  237. Conference paper

    Even Mass Plutonium Isotope Analysis for Plutonium Proliferation Resistance Aspect and Its Contribution to Nuclear Fuel Breeding

    pp. 2116–2121 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Permana, S., Novitrian, Waris, A., Suud, Z., Ismail, Suzuki, M. and Saito, M.

  238. Conference paper

    Plutonium and Minor Actinides Utilization in HTTR

    pp. 2122–2127 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Waris, A., Pramuditya, S., Su’ud, Z., Permana, S., Perkasa, Y.S. and Ariani, M.

  239. Conference paper

    Co-gasification of pyrolysis oil and black liquor for methanol production

    pp. 2128–2137 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Andersson, J., Lundgren, J. and Furusjö, E.

  240. Conference paper

    JIC Green Initiative Project

    pp. 2138–2149 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    ALEid, M., ALShakhouri, M., Bareng, E., Mughal, Z., ALHakami, K., ALOmari, A., Zarshad, Z., Baseer, M.A. and Salman, M.

  241. Conference paper

    Recommendations for Improving Incentive System in the Building Sector of South Korea

    pp. 2150–2156 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Han, H., Lee, N., Ahn, B., Lee, J., Kim, J., Jeong, H. and Jang, C.

  242. Conference paper

    Improving Regional Insulation Standards for Building Cooling Energy Reduction in response to Climate Change

    pp. 2157–2165 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Kim, J., Ahn, B., Jeong, H., Jang, C. and Haan, C.

  243. Conference paper

    Numerical Study on Wind Energy Utilization in Smart Cities for Optimizing Vertical Axis Wind Turbines (VAWTs)

    pp. 2166–2175 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    de Winter, J., Almulla, Y., Saadatfar, B. and Fakhraie, R.

  244. Conference paper

    Fuel Production from LDPE Plastic Waste over Natural Zeolite Supported Ni, Ni-Mo, Co and Co-Mo Metals

    pp. 2176–2181 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sriningsih, W., Saerodji, M.G., Trisunaryanti, W., Triyono, Armunanto, R. and Falah, I.I.

  245. Conference paper

    The Effects of Maintaining Constant Engine Air Intake Temperature on Its performance and Emissions

    pp. 2182–2188 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Perang, M.R.M., Aziz, A.A., Latiff, Z.A., Andwari, A.M., Jamil, H.M., Misseri, M.N. and Nasution, H.

  246. Conference paper

    The Impact of MVHR Systems on Space Heating Levels in Dwellings

    pp. 2189–2197 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    White, J., Gillott, M. and Wood, C.J.

  247. Conference paper

    Performance Analysis on Solar Ejector Refrigeration System

    pp. 2198–2204 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Li, F., Ren, Y. and Tian, Q.

  248. Conference paper

    A Study of Highly Efficient Zero Discharge Desalination System

    pp. 2205–2208 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Kim, Y., Hwang, K.S., Ng, K.C., Chun, W. and Kim, D.

  249. Conference paper

    A Parametric Study of HCCI Combustion Engine Fueled with N-Heptane and Hydrogen Blend

    pp. 2209–2217 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Bahlouli, K., Saray, R.K. and Atikol, U.

  250. Conference paper

    Conversion of Styrofoam Waste into Alternative Fuel through Hydrocracking Process

    pp. 2218–2223 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sriningsih, W., Setiawan, L.P., Tawang, S., Atika, F., Kreshna, R.D. and Trisunaryanti, W.

  251. Conference paper

    The Study on Operating Characteristics for Heating System of Solar Energy and Geothermal-Source Heat Pump

    pp. 2224–2228 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Cai, Y., Zhang, H., Chen, S. and Zhao, Y.

  252. Conference paper

    Study on the impact of cool roofs on energy consumption at a railway station

    pp. 2229–2240 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ma, W., Wang, X., Li, L., Cheng, J., Yu, L. and Yao, X.

  253. Conference paper

    Preparation of Phase-change Materials for the Mobile Energy Storage

    pp. 2241–2246 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhang, X., Li, C., Gan, W., Zhao, Q., Yuan, Y., Chen, X., Xu, B., Meng, X. and Wei, C.

  254. Conference paper

    Effect of Air Stability on the Dispersal of Exhaled Contaminant in Rooms

    pp. 2247–2251 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Xu, C., Gong, G., Nielsen, P.V., Liu, L. and Jensen, R.L.

  255. Conference paper

    Designing an intelligent building skin to improve occupant comfort

    pp. 2252–2265 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Simmonds, P., Getov, P. and Gautrey, J.

  256. Conference paper

    Designing an energy efficient and comfortable building

    pp. 2266–2275 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Simmonds, P., Zhu, R. and Gautrey, J.

  257. Conference paper

    Survey evaluation of thermal boundary condition in the inside and outside of double skin facade

    pp. 2276–2282 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Sung, U., Cho, S. and Lim, S.

  258. Conference paper

    Liquid Crystal Display - How Environmentally Sustainable: A overview

    pp. 2283–2288 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Tyagi, A. and Chatterjee, S.

  259. Conference paper

    The Estimation of Electric Energy Consumed by the Electric Vehicles According to Their Penetration at the Jeju Island in Korea

    pp. 2289–2293 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Lee, G., Oh, S., Park, G., Kim, Y., Kim, S., Seo, D. and Hwang, C.

  260. Conference paper

    Simulation study of industrial park trigeneration system in China

    pp. 2294–2302 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Chen, Q., Wang, W., Lu, J., Li, H. and Ding, J.

  261. Conference paper

    An Experimental Investigation into the Interplay of Wind, Dust and Temperature on Photovoltaic Performance in Tropical Conditions

    pp. 2303–2310 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Rao, A., Pillai, R., Mani, M. and Ramamurthy, P.

  262. Conference paper

    Experimental and Numerical study of Water Sorption in Sulfonic Modified Mesoporous Silica

    pp. 2311–2319 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Chen, H., Wang, W., Li, H. and Ding, J.

  263. Conference paper

    Performance Analysis of Ice Slurry Production Based On LiBr Absorption Driven by Low-grade Heat

    pp. 2320–2324 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Yin, Y., Xu, M. and Qian, J.

  264. Conference paper

    Study on Moisture Migration in Humidity Control Building Material with Different Pore Morphologies

    pp. 2325–2332 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zheng, J., Wang, J. and Chen, Z.

  265. Conference paper

    Numerical simulation and experimental verification of horizontal ground heat exchangers

    pp. 2333–2339 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Cui, P., Wang, D., Yang, J. and Diao, N.

  266. Conference paper

    Integrated Renewable Solar Matrix for Identifying Renewable Mix for Sustainable Habitats

    pp. 2340–2347 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Eranki, G.A., Pillai, R. and Mani, M.

  267. Conference paper

    Renewable Energy Resources and Technologies in Bangladesh

    pp. 2348–2359 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zaman, M.A.

  268. Conference paper

    The Use of Thermal Mass to Mitigate Overheating in an Affordable Low-Energy Pre-fabricated Timber House

    pp. 2360–2368 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Rodrigues, L., Gillott, M. and Sougkakis, V.

  269. Conference paper

    Finite Set-Model Predictive Current control of three-phase voltage source inverter for Renewable Energy Systems (RES) applications

    pp. 2369–2376 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Almaktoof, A.M., Raji, A.K. and Kahn, M.T.E.

  270. Conference paper

    An Experimental Investigation on the Efficacy of EGR on the Soot-NOX-BSFC Trade-off Characteristics of a CRDI Assisted 4-Stroke Single Cylinder Diesel Engine under Varying Injection Durations

    pp. 2377–2391 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Bose, P.K., Banerjee, R. and Roy, S.

  271. Conference paper

    Study on the Shadow Effect of Trough Solar Collector Arrays

    pp. 2392–2400 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Xu, C., Li, M., Ji, X., Luo, X., Wang, M. and Zhang, Y.

  272. Conference paper

    A review of Small Scale Distributed Power Generation Technologies Using Solar Energy Driven Stirling Engine

    pp. 2401–2409 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Ghozzi, S. and Boukhanouf, R.

  273. Conference paper

    Design and Optimization on Linear Integrated Triangular Cavity Absorber for Parabolic Trough Solar Concentrator

    pp. 2410–2419 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Chen, F., Li, M., Ji, X., Luo, X. and Wang, L.

  274. Conference paper

    Experimental testing and CFD simulation of a scroll expander used in Organic Rankine cycle

    pp. 2420–2424 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Pan, D., Gao, N., Xie, F., Zhu, T., Wang, H., Wang, H. and An, W.

  275. Conference paper

    Synergy of small-scale wind energy system with energy efficient appliances and reticulation system

    pp. 2425–2433 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Raji, A.K., Almaktoof, A.M. and Kahn, M.T.E.

  276. Conference paper

    Cow Dung Building as a Green Strategy: Manufacturing, Computational Design and its Urban Application

    pp. 2434–2439 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Wang, C.

  277. Conference paper

    Evaluation and Research on Model and Parameter of Kitchen Energy Structure Validity in Low-carbon Houses Based on Multi-effect Time Method

    pp. 2440–2445 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Jin, H. and Ji, J.

  278. Conference paper

    Feasibility investigation of smart meters in delivering low carbon community: a consumer engagement perspective

    pp. 2446–2452 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Shikder, S., Liu, S., Gaterell, M. and Smithson, E.

  279. Conference paper

    Numerical Simulation Study on the Seismic Performance of the PV Module Integrated Shear Wall

    pp. 2453–2465 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Zhang, H., Dong, J., Duan, Y. and Lu, X.

  280. Conference paper

    Creative Retrofitting Through Meaningful Testing

    pp. 2466–2475 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Cheong, Y.K. and Lau, B.

  281. Conference paper

    The Environmental Performance of Crab-eye Light well in Suzhou Scholar Gardens of China

    pp. 2476–2487 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Xu, R. and Lau, B.

  282. Conference paper

    The effect of slat angle of windows with between-the-glass louvered shades on daylight of office buildings in China

    pp. 2488–2491 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Li, Z., Hu, L., Gou, S., Li, X. and Lu, R.

  283. Conference paper

    Experimental Study on the Cooling Process of Partially-melted Sodium Acetate Trihydrate

    pp. 2492–2500 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Jin, X., Zhang, S. and Zhang, X.

  284. Conference paper

    Experimental investigation on NH3-H2O absorption refrigeration: from single-stage to two-stage, from water-cooled to air-cooled

    pp. 2501–2512 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Lin, P., Du, S., Shao, F., Wang, J., Wang, R. and Li, J.

  285. Conference paper

    Geothermal Opportunities in Algeria

    pp. 2513–2518 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Benziada, M.

  286. Conference paper

    Reactivity of DME-fueled Chemical-looping Combustion Using (CoO+1.0% PtO2)/CoAl2O4 for Solar heat Storage

    pp. 2519–2525 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Hong, H., Han, T. and He, F.

  287. Conference paper

    Numerical Study of Natural Convection with Single and Double Heated Circular Cylinders at Vertical Locations in a Square Enclosure

    pp. 2526–2533 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Yang, M., Wang, J., Xu, H., Talkhoncheh, F.K. and Zhang, Y.

  288. Conference paper

    Influence of heat exchange coil position inside a storage tank on the thermal performance of solar water heater system

    pp. 2534–2542 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Li, S., Zhang, Y., Li, Y. and Zhang, X.

  289. Conference paper

    Bioclimatic Analysis for Improving Indoor Thermal Comfort of Residential Buildings in Jiangnan Region, the South Bank of Middle – Lower Yangtze River of China

    pp. 2543–2552 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Gou, S., Li, Z., Zhao, Q., Hu, L. and Li, X.

  290. Conference paper

    Bio-Energy as an Alternative Energy Strategy in the Marginal Villages in Indonesia

    pp. 2553–2562 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Purwono, B.S.A., Suyanta, Rahbini, Masroni and Patma, T.S.

  291. Conference paper

    Summer comfort for deep renovated dwellings: Control of a delicate balance

    pp. 2563–2568 · 26 August 2013 · PDF ·

    Bakker, L., Borsboom, W., Sijs, J. and Fransman, J.

Committees

Conference Co-Chairs

  • Hongxing Yang

  • Saffa B. Riffat

Organising Committee

  • Hongxing Yang

  • Saffa B. Riffat

  • Meng Ni

  • Lin Lu

  • Dennis Leung

  • Tianshou Zhao

  • Tin Tai Chow

  • Michael Leung

  • Yinping Zhang

  • Zhaohong Fang

  • Shengqiang Shen

Scientific Committee

  • Clito Afonso

  • Mahmoud Afshar

  • Ali Al-Ashwal

  • Khaled Al-Sallal

  • Ugur Atikol

  • Murat Aydin

  • AbuBaker Bahaj

  • Leon Begrambekov

  • Dino Bouchlaghem

  • Wongee Chun

  • Han Shik Chung

  • Yanjun Dai

  • Sadik Dost

  • Renato D´Alencon

  • Ahmed Freewan

  • Arif Hepbasli

  • Neil Hewitt

  • Hongxing Yang

  • Soteris Kalogirou

  • T. Hikmet Karakoc

  • Kevin Kendall

  • Reinhard Madlener

  • Adnan Midilli

  • Bahram Moshfegh

  • Greg F. Naterer

  • Petter Nekså

  • Armando Oliveira

  • Chen Qingyan

  • Limin Qiu

  • K S Reddy

  • Marc A. Rosen

  • H. Mehmet Sahin

  • Sumer Sahin

  • Matheos Santamouris

  • Osman Sari

  • Shengqiang Shen

  • Kai Siren

  • Ursula Eicker

  • José M. Martinez Val

  • T. Nejat Veziroglu

  • Ruzhu Wang

  • Abdul Waris

  • Essam Khalil

  • Hyung-Taek Kim

  • Renato Lazzarin

  • Tae-Woo Lee

  • Steffen Lehmann

  • Xianguo Li

  • Peter Lund

  • Enzo Zanchini

  • Yinping Zhang

  • Salah El-Haggar

  • Ibrahim Dincer

  • Zhaohong Fang

  • Jinyue Yan

  • M P Maiya

Volume 13

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  • Papers291
  • Pages30–2568
  • Published26 August 2013
  • ISBN978-988-15439-5-0
  • DOI10.65582/set.v12

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Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Sustainable Energy Technologies. Hong Kong, China, 26 to 29 August 2013. SET Proceedings, Volume 12. Caravel Press, 2013. ISBN 978-988-15439-5-0. https://doi.org/10.65582/set.v12.

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