Energy conservation in the greenhouse system: A steady state analysis

R.D. Singh and G.N. Tiwari

Energy, 2010, vol. 35, issue 6, 2367-2373

Abstract: We have evaluated the five typical shape of the greenhouse for energy conservation in winter months for a composite climate. An expression for the plant temperature has been used for steady state analysis. Numerical computation has been carried out for the climatic condition of Delhi, India. The evaluation of the shape of the greenhouse has been done for a given floor area. Additional energy required from other fuels to maintain the necessary temperature has also been considered. It has been observed that a standard peak uneven span is suitable for minimum use of liquefied petroleum gas for a given favourable plant temperature. Experimental validation of the thermal model has also been carried out.

Keywords: Energy conservation; Greenhouse; Gteady state analysis (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2010
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DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2010.02.003

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