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Module 2 Solar Thermal Application

The document discusses various applications of solar thermal energy, including water heating, space heating, and industrial process heat. It outlines the types of systems, their components, working principles, advantages, and real-world examples. Additionally, it emphasizes the benefits of solar thermal energy and includes learning objectives, case studies, and an assignment related to designing a solar water system.

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Module 2 Solar Thermal Application

The document discusses various applications of solar thermal energy, including water heating, space heating, and industrial process heat. It outlines the types of systems, their components, working principles, advantages, and real-world examples. Additionally, it emphasizes the benefits of solar thermal energy and includes learning objectives, case studies, and an assignment related to designing a solar water system.

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Applications of Solar Thermal

Energy
• Water Heating, Space Heating, Industrial
Processes
Learning Objectives
• • Understand domestic, commercial, and
industrial uses
• • Explore the design and function of
applications
• • Analyze real-world case studies
Solar Water Heating
• • Widely used in domestic and commercial
sectors
• • Uses solar energy to heat water
Types of Water Heating Systems
• • Thermosiphon (Passive): Natural convection-
based
• • Forced Circulation (Active): Pump-controlled
System Components
• • Collector (FPC or ETC)
• • Storage tank
• • Circulation system
• • Optional electric backup
Working Principle
• • Cold water flows through absorber and gains
heat
• • Hot water rises into tank – natural
circulation
Advantages & Real Example
• • Saves electricity/fuel, low maintenance
• • Example: Tata Solar, BHEL heaters
What is Space Heating?
• • Heating indoor spaces using solar energy
• • Common in colder regions
Techniques of Space Heating
• • Active: Collectors, pumps, and storage
• • Passive: Building design and thermal mass
Building Design for Heating
• • Orientation (south-facing), insulation,
thermal mass
Case Study
• • Space heating in Ladakh schools / Himachal
homes
Industrial Process Heat
• • 30% of industrial energy demand can be
solar
• • Ideal for low-to-medium temp processes
Process Heat Applications
• • Food: Drying, pasteurization
• • Textile: Washing, dyeing
• • Chemical: Pre-heating, distillation
Collector Types for Industry
• • FPC: up to 100°C
• • ETC: up to 150°C
• • CST: Above 200°C
System Integration
• • Heat exchangers
• • Thermal storage
• • Hybrid with boiler backup
Real World Industrial Examples
• • UNIDO case: Solar drying in food industry
• • TVS Motors: Solar pre-heating system
Industrial Benefits
• • Reduced fuel cost and emissions
• • Govt subsidies & CSR alignment
Summary Table
• Water Heating: FPC/ETC | 40–80°C |
Domestic/Commercial
• Space Heating: FPC/ETC | 20–60°C |
Residential/Institutions
• Process Heat: FPC/ETC/CST | 60–250°C |
Industry
Quiz Questions
• • Difference between active & passive
heating?
• • Two industries using solar process heat?
Assignment
• • Design solar water system for hostel (50
students)
• • Mention area, collector type, cost estimate
Thank You
• Let’s make India greener—one solar panel at a
time!

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