Modeling Cogeneration System in Shallow Geothermal Installations

Authors

  • Leticia Bottazzi Faculty of Physical Sciences, Department of Matter Structure, Thermal Physics and Electronics Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
  • Carlos Armenta-Déu* Faculty of Physical Sciences, Department of Matter Structure, Thermal Physics and Electronics Complutense University of Madrid, Spain

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37591/joaest.v11i3.4462

Abstract

This paper presents a theoretical modeling of a cogeneration system using multiple heat exchangers and thermoelectric generator. The modeled system, designed for shallow geothermal energy, is a closed piping unit containing water as heat transfer fluid that circulates through a closed loop releasing thermal energy at the surface for heating and sanitary hot water. In addition, a Peltier cells array is attached to the piping system to generate electricity, thus the system is self-sufficient in terms of electric energy. This system helps in alleviating resource scarcity, achieves reduction in pollutant emissions, saves energy and creates sustainable environment for housing developments.

Keywords: Thermal and thermoelectric generation. Geothermal energy.

Cite this Article

Leticia Bottazzi, Carlos Armenta-Déu. Modeling Cogeneration System in Shallow Geothermal Installations. Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies.2020; 11(3): 13–23p.

Author Biographies

  • Leticia Bottazzi, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Department of Matter Structure, Thermal Physics and Electronics Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
    Faculty of Physical Sciences, Department of Matter Structure, Thermal Physics and Electronics Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
  • Carlos Armenta-Déu*, Faculty of Physical Sciences, Department of Matter Structure, Thermal Physics and Electronics Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
    Faculty of Physical Sciences, Department of Matter Structure, Thermal Physics and Electronics Complutense University of Madrid, Spain

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2021-01-14

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Vol. 11 No. 3 (2020)

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