Research
Topic
Second law analysis of thermal desalination systems.
Adviser
John H. Lienhard V
Research Group
Center for Clean Water and Clean Energy
Summary
The purpose of this research is to develop a better understanding of the thermodynamics involved in producing potable water from sea water.
Publications
- K. H. Mistry, J. H. Lienhard V, S. M. Zubair, Effect of entropy generation on the performance of humidification-dehumidification desalination cycles, International Journal of Thermal Sciences 49 (9) (2010) 1837--1847. doi:10.1016/j.ijthermalsci.2010.05.002.
- G. P. Narayan, K. H. Mistry, M. H. Sharqawy, S. M. Zubair, J. H. Lienhard V, Energy effectiveness of simultaneous heat and mass exchange devices, Frontiers in Heat and Mass Transfer, 1 (2) (2010) 1--13. doi:10.5098/hmt.v1.2.3001.
More information will be posted as the research progresses and papers are published. In the mean time, please feel free to contact Karan with any questions.
Partnership
The Center for Clean Water and Clean Energy is a joint project through MIT and KFUPM.
