Multigap systems are better matched to the sun's spectrum than single gap systems and are,
therefore, more efficient as photovoltaic converters. This paper reviews the different …

Ecological function (E 1) based on energy analysis is introduced into endoreversible four-
reservoir chemical pump model. Optimization relationship between E 1 and coefficient of …

Abstract The Detailed Balance Theory was used in the past by a number of authors to
calculate the limiting efficiency of photovoltaic energy conversion. Values of 40.8% for …

The thermodynamic basis of energy conversion systems is being utilized to carry out
performance assessments and feasibility studies on photovoltaic (PV) systems in order to …

Endoreversible chemical pump (ECP) is a theoretical model of electrochemical,
photochemical, solid-state apparatus and mass exchangers. ECP can be classified as two …

The finite time performance of quantum heat engines has been examined with emphasis on
the classical, high temperature, limit. Two basic engine models were studied, differing by …

Performance optimization of generalized irreversible isothermal chemical pump (GICP)
cycle with two-mass-reservoirs is performed. Three types of losses, that is, irreversible mass …

The upper limits of theoretical conversion efficiency for a solar cell can be derived either
through a thermodynamic argument involving energy and entropy balance, or through the …

The chemical pumps widely exist in various chemical systems, such as mass exchangers,
desalination systems, biological systems, electrochemical systems, photochemical systems …

The Stirling engine is one of the most promising devices for the recovery of waste heat. Its
power output can be optimized by several means, in particular by an optimized piston …