Design and development of geothermal-based cooling system for human comfort

Valasai, Gordhan Das, Mahar, Abdul Waheed, Chandio, Muhammad Nawaz, Kumbhar, Abdul Azeem, Qureshi, Atique Ur Rehman, Shaikh, Shauad Ahmed and Landini, Stefano ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6211-7800 (2024) Design and development of geothermal-based cooling system for human comfort. Asian Journal of Science, Engineering, and Technology, 3 (1). 68–82. ISSN 3006-6980

Preview

PDF (Valasai_etal_2024_AJSET) - Published Version Available under License Creative Commons Attribution. Download (745kB) | Preview

Abstract

In this study, a geothermal cooling system is developed to address extreme heat conditions in regions like Nawabshah, Pakistan, by utilising the earth’s stable underground temperature. This system uses ground-source cooling, powered by a 12V solar PV system or battery, as a low-energy alternative for areas with a limited electricity supply. The experiment demonstrates that a geothermal cooling system could help redress indoor temperatures by up to 16°C during peak summer, resulting in a lower grid-connected or fossil fuel-based cooling system requirement. The results obtained through this study suggest a significant reduction in indoor temperature, ultimately enhancing comfort levels and reducing the reliance on conventional cooling systems like air conditioning. Moreover, the system design is easily adaptable to other regions with similar climates, highlighting its potential for widespread use. However, pipe configuration optimisation is needed to minimise costs and maximise heat transfer rate. This research emphasises geothermal technologies' potential as a cost-effective cooling system, ultimately reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	geothermal cooling system,renewable energy,sustainable climate control,indoor temperature regulation,carbon emissions,energy mix,energy efficiency,energy(all),engineering(all),sdg 7 - affordable and clean energy,sdg 11 - sustainable cities and communities,sdg 13 - climate action,2* ,/dk/atira/pure/subjectarea/asjc/2100
Faculty \ School:	Faculty of Science > School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics
UEA Research Groups:	Faculty of Science > Research Groups > Fluids & Structures Faculty of Science > Research Groups > Sustainable Energy
Related URLs:	https://ideapublishers.org/index.php/ajs...
Depositing User:	LivePure Connector
Date Deposited:	13 Nov 2024 09:30
Last Modified:	17 Nov 2024 07:30
URI:	https://ueaeprints.uea.ac.uk/id/eprint/97671
DOI:	10.47264/idea.ajset/3.1.5

Downloads

Actions (login required)

View Item