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Solar still with rotating parts: a review
Mohamed Ragab Diab1, Fadl Abdelmonem Essa2, Fawzy Shaban Abou-Taleb1
1Mechanical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Kafrelsheikh University, Kafrelsheikh, 33516, Egypt.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research International
|August 14, 2021
Summary
Solar stills with rotating parts significantly enhance freshwater production. This review highlights designs like disc and drum systems, offering efficient and economical solutions for water purification.
Area of Science:
- Renewable Energy Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Water Resource Management
Background:
- Global freshwater scarcity is exacerbated by pollution and unplanned water management.
- Contaminated water supplies pose significant health risks worldwide.
- Environmentally friendly water desalination is crucial for sustainable development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and analyze solar still designs incorporating rotating components for enhanced productivity.
- To investigate the impact of various rotating parts on solar still performance.
- To assess the efficiency and economic viability of solar distillation technologies.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review of solar still designs with rotating parts.
- Analysis of performance data from different rotary component arrangements (e.g., fan, wick, drum, disc).
- Evaluation of factors influencing solar still productivity.
Main Results:
- Solar stills with rotating parts demonstrate improved freshwater yield and efficiency.
- Specific designs like the vertical disc distiller achieved a daily yield of 16.5 L/m² with a 617.4% improvement.
- Other rotating systems, including drum and moving wick designs, also showed substantial productivity gains.
Conclusions:
- Incorporating rotating parts is a highly effective strategy for boosting solar still performance.
- Solar distillation with rotating components offers an economical and efficient method for producing potable water.
- Continued research and development in this area are recommended for sustainable water solutions.
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