Polymeric Materials for Solar Thermal Applications

Bridging the gap between basic science and technological applications, this is the first book devoted to polymers for solar thermal applications. Clearly divided into three major parts, the contributions are written by experts on solar thermal applications and polymer scientists alike. The first part explains the fundamentals of solar thermal energy especially for representatives of the plastics industry and

researchers. Part two then goes on to provide introductory information on polymeric materials and processing for solar thermal experts. The third part combines both of these fields, discussing the potential of polymeric materials in solar thermal applications, as well as demands on durability, design and building integration. With its emphasis on applications, this monograph is relevant for researchers at universities and developers in commercial companies.

PART I
 
PRINCIPLES
Introduction
Solar Irradiance in Technical Applications
Quantifying Useful Solar Irradiation
Solar Thermal Applications
Calculating the Solar Contribution
Conclusions
 
SOLAR THERMAL MARKET
Introduction
Collector Types
Regional Markets
 
Market Trends
 
THERMAL SOLAR ENERGY FOR POLYMER EXPERTS
Solar Thermal Systems and Technical Requirements
Overview of Solar Thermal Applications
Solar Thermal Collectors
Small to Medium Size Storages
Sources of Further Information
 
CONVENTIONAL COLLECTORS, HEAT STORES, AND COATINGS
Collectors
Material Properties of Insulations
Heat Store
Other Components
Analysis of Typical Combisystems
Definition of Polymeric Based Solar Thermal Systems
Life Cycle Assessment Based on Cumulated Energy Demand, Energy Payback Time, and Overall Energy Savings
Cumulated Energy Demand, Energy Payback Time, and Overall Energy Savings for Conventional and Polymeric Based Domestic Hot Water Systems
 
THERMAL LOADS ON SOLAR COLLECTORS AND OPTIONS FOR THEIR REDUCTION
Introduction
Results of Monitoring Temperature Loads
Measures for Reduction of the Temperature Loads
 
STANDARDS, PERFORMANCE TESTS OF SOLAR THERMAL SYSTEMS
Introduction
Collectors
Solar Thermal Systems
Conclusion
 
PART II
 
PLASTICS MARKET
 
POLYMERIC MATERIALS
Introduction
Material Structure and Morphology of Polymers
Inner Mobility and Thermal Transitions of Polymers
Polymer Additives and Compounds
 
PROCESSING
Structural Polymeric Materials
Paint Coatings for Polymeric Solar Absorbers and Their Applications
 
POLYMER DURABILITY FOR SOLAR THERMAL APPLICATIONS
Introduction
Polymeric Glazing
Polymeric Absorbers and Heat Exchangers
Conclusion
 
PLASTICS PROPERTIES AND MATERIAL SELECTION
Introduction
 
How to Select the Right Material
Material Databases
Selection Criteria
Real Life Example: Standard Collector in Plastic (1:1 Substitution)
Summary
 
Part III
 
STATE OF THE ART: POLYMERIC MATERIALS IN SOLAR THERMAL APPLICATIONS
Solar Collectors
Small to Mid-Sized Polymeric Heat Stores
Polymeric Liners for Seasonal Thermal Energy Stores
 
STRUCTURAL POLYMERIC MATERIALS - AGING BEHAVIOR OF SOLAR ABSORBER MATERIALS
 
THERMOTROPIC LAYERS FOR OVERHEATING PROTECTION OF ALL-POLYMERIC FLAT PLATE SOLAR COLLECTORS
 
APPLICATION OF POSS COMPOUNDS FOR MODIFICATION OF THE WETTING PROPERTIES OF TISS PAINT COATINGS
 
CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OF COLLECTORS
Introduction
Calculation of Collector Efficiency
Flow Optimization
Optimization of the Fluid Dynamics in Polymeric Collectors
Collector Mechanics
Conclusion
 
COLLECTORS AND HEAT STORES
Introduction
Solar Absorber Made of High-Performance Plastics
Flate Plate Collector with Overheating Protection
Flat Plate Collectors with a Thermotropic Layer
Solar Storage Tank with Polymeric Sealing Technology with Storage Volumes from 2 to 100 m3
 
DURABILITY TESTS OF POLYMERIC COMPONENTS
Introduction
Twenty Years Outdoor Weathering of Polymeric Materials for use as Collector Glazing
Accelerated Lifetime Testing of a Polymeric Absorber Coating
Evaluation of Temperature Resistance of a Polymer Absorber in a Solar Collector
Determination of Water Vapor Transport through Polymeric Materials at Raised Temperatures
 
ARCHITECTURALLY APPEALING SOLAR THERMAL SYSTEMS - A MARKETING TOOL IN ORDER TO ATTRACT NEW CUSTOMERS AND MARKET SEGMENTS
Introduction
Architectural Integration as a Marketing Tool
Web Database
Examples
 
OBSTACLES FOR THE APPLICATION OF CURRENT STANDARDS
Introduction
Internal Absorber Pressure Test
High-Temperature Resistance and Exposure Tests
Mechanical Load Test
Impact Resistance Test
Discontinuous Efficiency Curves

• Edited by Michael Köhl
• Edited by Michaela Georgine Meir
• Edited by Philippe Papillon
• Edited by Gernot M. Wallner
• Edited by Sandrin Saile