Modeling the Dynamics of the Mixed Layer in Solar Ponds

Sreenivas, KR and Arakeri, Jaywant H and Srinivasan, J (1995) Modeling the Dynamics of the Mixed Layer in Solar Ponds. In: Solar Energy, 54 (3). pp. 193-202.

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Abstract

A new model is proposed to explain the Nielsen’s equilibrium condition. This model takes into account the effects of both turbulent entrainment and diffusion on the growth/erosion of the gradient zone. The existing turbulent entrainment model is modified to make it applicable near the equilibrium condition. The new model predictions indicate the dependence of the equilibrium condition on the mixed layer depth, apart from the salinity and temperature gradients in the gradient zone.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Publication:	Solar Energy
Publisher:	Elsevier
Additional Information:	Copyright of this article belongs to Elsevier.
Department/Centre:	Division of Mechanical Sciences > Mechanical Engineering
Date Deposited:	22 Aug 2008
Last Modified:	19 Sep 2010 04:35
URI:	http://eprints.iisc.ac.in/id/eprint/9900

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