Renewable Energy Studies

Renewable Energy Studies

in Renewable Energy Research Group (RERG)

A group photo taken in 2020

Summary of Research

1. Jia Liu, Hongxing Yang and Yuekuan Zhou. Peer-to-peer energy trading of net-zero energy communities with renewable energy systems integrating hydrogen vehicle storage. Applied Energy, Vol.298, 117206, September 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2021.117206
2. Ruiyang He, Hongxing Yang, Haiying Sun, Xiaoxia Gao. A novel three-dimensional wake model based on anisotropic Gaussian distribution for wind turbine wakes. Applied Energy, Vol.296, 117059, May 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2021.117059
3. Yuekuan Zhou, Sunliang Cao*, Jan LM Hensen. An energy paradigm transition framework from negative towards positive district energy sharing networks—Battery cycling aging, advanced battery management strategies, flexible vehicles-to-buildings interactions, uncertainty and sensitivity analysis. Applied Energy 2021, Volume 288, 116606. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2021.116606
4. Boxu Shen, Yuanhao Wang, Lin Lu, Hongxing Yang. Spraying fabrication of spectrally selective coating with improved near-infrared shielding performance for energy-efficient glazing. Ceramics International, Vol.47, Issue 13, pp.18991-18997, March 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ceramint.2021.03.243
5. Qiliang Wang, Yao Yao, Mingke Hu, Jingyu Cao, Yu Qiu, Hongxing Yang. An air curtain surrounding the solar tower receiver for effective reduction of convective heat loss. Sustainable Cities and Society, Vol.71, 103007, May 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scs.2021.103007
6. Hongxing Yang, Wenchao Shi, Yi Chen, Yunran Min. Research development of indirect evaporative cooling technology: An updated review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Vol.145, 111082, April 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2021.111082
7. Mark Kyeredey Ansah, Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang, Lin Lu, Heng Li. Developing a tier-hybrid uncertainty analysis approach for lifecycle impact assessment of a typical high-rise residential building. Resources, Conservation and Recycling, Vol.167, 105424, Jan 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.resconrec.2021.105424
8. Jia Liu, Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang, Kui Shan. Hybrid renewable energy applications in zero-energy buildings and communities integrating battery and hydrogen vehicle storage. Applied Energy, Vol.290, 116733, March 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2021.116733
9. Qiliang Wang, Boxu Shen, Junchao Huang, Honglun Yang, Gang Pei, Hongxing Yang. A spectral self-regulating parabolic trough solar receiver integrated with vanadium dioxide-based thermochromic coating. Applied Energy. Vol. 285, 116453, January 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2021.116453
10. Meng Wang, Jinqing Peng, Yimo Luo, Zhicheng Shen, Hongxing Yang. Comparison of different simplistic prediction models for forecasting PV power output: Assessment with experimental measurements. Energy, Vol.224, 120162, February 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2021.120162
11. Tian You, Xianting Li, Hongxing Yang. Modifications to the conventional design methods for borehole heat exchangers based on a novel response factor model. Energy and Buildings, Vol.238, 110848, February 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enbuild.2021.110848
12. Qiliang Wang, Gang Pei, Hongxing Yang. Techno-economic assessment of performance-enhanced parabolic trough receiver in concentrated solar power plants. Renewable Energy, Vol. 167, pp.629-643, April 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2020.11.132
13. Salman Ahmed, Zhenpeng Li, Tao Ma, Muhammad Shahzad Javed, HongxingYang. A comparative performance evaluation and sensitivity analysis of a photovoltaic-thermal system with radiative cooling. Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells, Vol.221, 110861, March 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solmat.2020.110861
14. Jia Liu, Sunliang Cao, Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang, Jinqing Peng. Energy planning of renewable applications in high-rise residential buildings integrating battery and hydrogen vehicle storage. Applied Energy, Vol.281, Article 116038, Jan 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2020.116038
15. Guoqing Yu, Hongxing Yang, Zhenye Yan, Mark Kyeredey Ansah. A review of designs and performance of façade-based building integrated photovoltaic-thermal (BIPVT) systems. Applied Thermal Engineering. Vol.182, Article 116081, Jan 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2020.116081
16. Yunran Min, Yi Chen, Wenchao Shi, Hongxing Yang. Applicability of indirect evaporative cooler for energy recovery in hot and humid areas: Comparison with heat recovery wheel. Applied Energy, Vol.287, 116607, February 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2021.116607
17. Zhenpeng Li, Tao Ma, Hongxing Yang, Lin Lu, and Ruzhu Wang. Transparent and Colored Solar Photovoltaics for Building Integration, Solar RRL, Vol.5, Issue 3, March 2021. https://doi.org/10.1002/solr.202000614
18. Junchao Huang, Xi Chen, Jinqing Peng, Hongxing Yang. Modelling analyses of the thermal property and heat transfer performance of a novel compositive PV vacuum glazing. Renewable Energy, Vol. 163, pp.1238-1252, Jan 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2020.09.027
19. Qiliang Wang, Honglun Yang, Mingke Hu, Jingyu Cao, Gang Pei, Hongxing Yang. Optimization strategies and verifications of negative thermal-flux region occurring in parabolic trough solar receiver, Vol.278, Article 123407, Cleaner Production, Jan 2021. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2020.123407
20. Yuekuan Zhou, Sunliang Cao*. Coordinated multi-criteria framework for cycling aging-based battery storage management strategies for positive building–vehicle system with renewable depreciation: Life-cycle based techno-economic feasibility study. Energy Conversion and Management 2020, Volume 226, 113473. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2020.113473
21. Haiying Sun and Hongxing Yang. Wind Turbine Power Modelling and Optimization Using Artificial Neural Network with Wind Field Experimental Data, Applied Energy, Vol.280, Article 115880, Dec 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2020.115880
22. Yuekuan Zhou, Sunliang Cao*, Jan LM Hensen, Ala Hasan. Heuristic battery-protective strategy for energy management of an interactive renewables–buildings–vehicles energy sharing network with high energy flexibility. Energy Conversion and Management 2020, Volume 214, 112891. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2020.112891
23. You Tian and Yang Hongxing. Influences of different factors on the three-dimensional heat transfer of spiral-coil energy pile group with seepage. International Journal of Low-Carbon Technologies, Volume 15, Issue 3, pp.485-470, August 2020. https://doi.org/10.1093/ijlct/ctaa006
24. Yuekuan Zhou, Sunliang Cao*, Risto Kosonen, Mohamed Hamdy. Multi-objective optimisation of an interactive buildings-vehicles energy sharing network with high energy flexibility using the Pareto archive NSGA-II algorithm. Energy Conversion and Management 2020, Volume 218, 113017. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2020.113017
25. Haiying Sun, Xiaoxia Gao, Hongxing Yang. A review of full-scale wind-field measurements of the wind-turbine wake effect and measurement of the wake-interaction effect. Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews. Vol.132, Article 110042, Oct 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2020.110042
26. Yuekuan Zhou, Sunliang Cao*. Quantification of energy flexibility of residential net-zero-energy buildings involved with dynamic operations of hybrid energy storages and diversified energy conversion strategies. Sustainable Energy Grids & Networks 2020, Volume 21, 100304.
27. Jiyun Du, Zhicheng Shen, Hongxing Yang. Study on the effects of runner geometries on the performance of the inline cross-flow turbine used in water pipelines. Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, Volume 40, Article 100762, Aug 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.seta.2020.100762
28. Donggen Peng, Shaohua Xu, Hongxing Yang. Heat and mass transfer characteristics and dehumidification performance improvement of an evaporatively-cooled liquid dehumidifier. Applied Thermal Engineering, Vol.178, Article 115579, Sep 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2020.115579
29. Qiu Changyu, Yang Hongxing. Daylighting and overall energy performance of a novel semi-transparent photovoltaic vacuum glazing in different climate zones. Vol.276, Applied Energy, Article 115414, Oct 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2020.115414
30. Haiying Sun, Xiaoxia Gao, Hongxing Yang. Experimental study on wind speeds in a complex-terrain wind farm and analysis of wake effects. Applied Energy, Vol.272, Article 115215, Aug 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2020.115215
31. Qiliang Wang, Hongxing Yang, Pei Gang, Honglun Yang, Jingyu Cao, Mingke Hu. Assessment of performance enhancement potential of a high-temperature parabolic trough collector system combining the optimized IR-reflectors. Applied Sciences, Vol.10, No.11, Article 3744, May 2020. https://doi.org/10.3390/app10113744
32. Boxu Shen, Yuanhao Wang, Lin Lu, Hongxing Yang. Synthesis and characterization of Sb-doped SnO2 with high near-infrared shielding property for energy-efficient windows by a facile dual-titration co-precipitation method. Ceramics International, Volume 46, Issue 11, Part B1, pp.18518-18525, August 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ceramint.2020.04.157
33. Liu Jia, Chen Xi, Wang Meng, Peng Jinqing, Yang Hongxing. Techno-economic design optimization of hybrid renewable energy applications for high-rise residential buildings. Energy Conversion and Management, Volume 213, Article 112868, June 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2020.112868
34. Qiliang Wang, Honglun Yang, Shuai Zhong, Yihang Huang, Mingke Hu, Jingyu Cao, Gang Pei, Hongxing Yang. Comprehensive experimental testing and analysis on parabolic trough solar receiver integrated with radiation shield. Applied Energy, Volume 26815, Article 115004, June 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2020.115004
35. Yunran Min, Yi Chen, Hongxing Yang, Chunmei Guo. Characteristics of primary air condensation in indirect evaporative cooler: Theoretical analysis and visualized validation. Building and Environment, Volume 174, Article 106783, May 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2020.106783
36. Changyu Qiu, Yun Kyu Yi, Meng Wang, Hongxing Yang. Coupling an artificial neuron network daylighting model and building energy simulation for vacuum photovoltaic glazing. Applied Energy, Vol.2631, Article 114624, April 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2020.114624
37. Gao Xiaoxia, Li Bingbing, Wang Tengyuan, Sun Haiying, Yang Hongxing, Li Yonghua, Wang Yu, Zhao Fei. Investigation and validation of 3D wake model for horizontal-axis wind turbines based on filed measurements. Applied Energy, Vol.260, Article 114272, February 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2019.114272
38. Qiliang Wang, Honglun Yang, Shuai Zhong, Yihang Huang, Mingke Hu, Jingyu Cao, Hongxing Yang, Gang Pei. Quantitative analyses and a novel optimization strategy on negative energy-flow region in parabolic trough solar receivers. Solar Energy, Volume 196, pp.663-672, Jan 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solener.2019.09.025
39. Tian You, Hongxing Yang. Feasibility of ground source heat pump using spiral coil energy piles with seepage for hotels in cold regions. Energy Conversion and Management. Volume 205, Article 112466, Feb 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2020.112466
40. Mark Kyeredey Ansah, Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang, Lin Lu, Patrick T. I. Lam. An integrated life cycle assessment of different façade systems for a typical residential building in Ghana. Sustainable Cities and Society, Volume 53, Article 101974, February 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scs.2019.101974
41. Xi Chen, Junchao Huang, Hongxing Yang. Multi-criterion optimization of integrated photovoltaic facade with inter-building effects in diverse neighborhood densities. Journal of Cleaner Production. Vol.248, Article 119269, March 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.119269
42. Jia Liu, Chen Xi, Li Yutong, Yang Hongxing. Energy storage and management system design optimization for a photovoltaic integrated low-energy building Energy, Energy, Volume 190, Article 116424, Jan 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2019.116424
43. Haiying Sun, Hongxing Yang. Numerical investigation of the average wind speed of a single wind turbine and development of a novel three-dimensional multiple wind turbine wake model. Renewable Energy, Volume 147, Part 1, pp.192-203, March 2020. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2019.08.122
44. Sunliang Cao*. The impact of electric vehicles and mobile boundary expansions on the realization of zero-emission office buildings. Applied Energy 2019, Volume 251.
45. W. F. He, D. Han, T. Wen, H. X. Yang, J. J. Chen. Thermodynamic and economic analysis of a combined plant for power and water production. Journal of Cleaner Production, Volume 228, pp.521-532, August 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.04.140
46. Yuekuan Zhou, Sunliang Cao*. Energy flexibility investigation of advanced grid-responsive energy control strategies with the static battery and electric vehicles: A case study of a high-rise office building in Hong Kong. Energy Conversion and Management 2019, Volume 199, Article 111888.
47. Yuekuan Zhou, Sunliang Cao*, Jan L. M. Hensen, Peter D. Lund. Energy integration and interaction between buildings and vehicles: A state-of-the-art review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews 2019, Volume 114, Article 109337.
48. Haiying Sun, Xiaoxia Gao, Hongxing Yang. Validations of three-dimensional wake models with the wind field measurements in complex terrain. Energy, Volume 189, Article 116213, December 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2019.116213
49. Yunran Min, Yi Chen, Hongxing Yang. A statistical modeling approach on the performance prediction of indirect evaporative cooling energy recovery systems, Applied Energy, Vol.255, Article 113832, Dec 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2019.113832
50. Kari Alanne, Sunliang Cao. An overview of the concept and technology of ubiquitous energy. Applied Energy 2019; 238: 284-302.
51. Xiaoxia Gao, Tengyuan Wang, Bingbing Li, Haiying Sun, Hongxing Yang, Zhonghe Han, Yu Wang, Fei Zhao. Investigation of wind turbine performance coupling wake and topography effects based on LiDAR measurements and SCADA data. Applied Energy, Vol.255, Article 113816, Dec 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2019.113816
52. Weifeng He, Hongxing Yang, Dong Han. Thermodynamic investigation and optimization of a heat pump coupled open-air, open-water humidification dehumidification desalination system with a direct contact dehumidifier. Desalination, Volume 469, Article 116213, November 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.desal.2019.114101
53. Reino Ruusu, Sunliang Cao, BM Delgado, Ala Hasan. Direct quantification of multiple-source energy flexibility in a residential building using a new model predictive high-level controller. Energy Conversion and Management 2019; 180: 1109-28.
54. Bin Zou, Yiqiang Jiang, Yang Yao, Hongxing Yang. Optical performance of parabolic trough solar collectors under condition of multiple optical factors. Applied Thermal Engineering, Volume 160, Article 114070, Sep 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2019.114070
55. Bin Zou, Yiqiang Jiang, Yang Yao, Hongxing Yang. Impacts of non-ideal optical factors on the performance of parabolic trough solar collectors. Energy, Volume 183, pp.1150-1165, Sep 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2019.07.024
56. Yi Chen, Huaxia Yan, Yimo Luo, Hongxing Yang. A proportional-integral (PI) law based variable speed technology for temperature control in indirect evaporative cooling system. Applied energy, Volume 251, Article 113390, Oct 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2019.113390
57. Tiantian Zhang and Hongxing Yang. Heat transfer pattern judgment and thermal performance enhancement of insulation air layers in building envelopes. Applied Energy, Vol.250, pp. 834-845, September 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2019.05.070
58. Mark Kyeredey Ansah, Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang, Lin Lu, Patrick T I Lam. A review and outlook for integrated BIM application in green building assessment. Sustainable Cities and Society, Vol.48, Article 101576, July 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scs.2019.101576
59. Haiying Sun, Xiaoxia Gao, Hongxing Yang. Investigation into offshore wind farm repowering optimization in Hong Kong, Low Carbon Technologies, Volume 14, Issue 2, pp.302-311, June 2019. https://doi.org/10.1093/ijlct/ctz016
60. Ying Yu, Enshen Long, Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang. Testing and modelling an unglazed photovoltaic thermal collector for application in Sichuan Basin. Applied Energy, Vol.242, pp.931-941, May 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2019.03.114
61. Y. Yu, H. Yang, J. Peng, E. Long. Performance comparison of two flat-plate photovoltaic thermal collectors with different channel configurations. Energy, Vol.175, pp.300-308, May 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2019.03.054
62. Bin Zou, Yiqiang Jiang, Yang Yao, Hongxing Yang. Thermal performance improvement using unilateral spiral ribbed absorber tube for parabolic trough solar collector. Solar Energy, Vol.183, pp.371-385, May 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.solener.2019.03.048
63. Jia Liu, Xi Chen, Sunliang Cao, Hongxing Yang.Overview on hybrid solar photovoltaic-electrical energy storage technologies for power supply to buildings. Energy Conversion & Management, Vol.187, pp.103-121, May 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2019.02.080
64. Tiantian Zhang, Hongxing Yang. Flow and heat transfer characteristics of natural convection in vertical air channels of double-skin solar façades. Applied Energy, Vol.242, pp.107-120, May 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2019.03.072
65. Xi Chen and Hongxing Yang. Approaching low-energy high-rise building by integrating passive architectural design with photovoltaic application. Vol.220, pp.313-330, Journal of Cleaner Production, May 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.02.137
66. Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang. Energy optimization of high-rise commercial buildings integrated with photovoltaic facades in urban context. Energy, Vol.172, pp.1-17, April 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2019.01.112
67. Tao Ma, Hongxing Yang, Wenbo Gu, Zhenpeng Li, Siyun Yan. Development of walkable photovoltaic floor tiles used for pavement. Energy Conversion and Management, Volume 183, pp.764-771, March 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2019.01.035
68. Haiying Sun, Hongxing Yang, Xiaoxia Gao. Investigation into spacing restriction and layout optimization of wind farm with multiple types of wind turbines. Energy, Vol.168, pp.637-650, February 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2018.11.073
69. Yunran Min, Yi Chen and Hongxing Yang. Numerical study on indirect evaporative coolers considering condensation: a thorough comparison between cross flow and counter flow. International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, Volume 131, pp.472-486, March 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijheatmasstransfer.2018.11.082
70. Weifeng He, Hongxing Yang, Tao Wen, Dong Han. Thermodynamic and economic investigation of a humidification dehumidification desalination system driven by low grade waste heat. Energy Conversion and Management, Vol.183, pp.845-858, March 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2018.10.044
71. Changyu Qiu, Hongxing Yang, Weilong Zhang. Investigation on the energy performance of a novel semi-transparent BIPV system integrated with vacuum glazing. Building Simulation, Vol.12, Issue 1, pp 29–39, February 2019. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12273-018-0464-6
72. Tiantian Zhang, Meng Wang, Hongxing Yang. A review of the energy performance and life-cycle assessment of building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) systems. Energies, 11(11), 3157, Nov. 2018. https://doi.org/10.3390/en11113157
73. Tian You, Xianting Li, Sunliang Cao, Hongxing Yang. Soil thermal imbalance of ground source heat pump systems with spiral-coil energy pile groups under seepage conditions and various influential factors. Energy Conversion and Management, Volume 178, pp. 123-136, December 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2018.10.027
74. Junchao Huang, Jinghua Yu, Hongxing Yang. Effects of key factors on the heat insulation performance of a hollow block ventilated wall. Applied Energy, Vol.232, pp.409-423, Dec 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.09.215
75. Sunliang Cao*, Kari Alanne. The techno-economic analysis of a hybrid zero-emission building system integrated with a commercial-scale zero-emission hydrogen vehicle. Applied Energy 2018; 211: 639-61. 
76. Junchao Huang, Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang, Weilong Zhang. Numerical investigation of a novel vacuum photovoltaic curtain wall and integrated optimization of photovoltaic envelope systems. Applied Energy, Vol.229, pp.1048-1060, November 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.08.095
77. Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang. Integrated energy performance optimization of a passively designed high-rise residential building in different climatic zones of China. Applied Energy, Volume 215, pp., 145-158, April 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.01.099
78. W.F. He, H.X. Yang, D. Han. Thermodynamic Analysis of a Power and Water Combined System with Geothermal Energy Utilization. Geothermics, Vol.76, pp.106-115, November 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.geothermics.2018.06.008
79. Du Jiyun, Shen Zhicheng, Yang Hongxing. Effects of different block designs on the performance of inline cross-flow turbines in urban water mains. Applied Energy, Volume 228, pp.97-1072018, Oct 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.06.079
80. Haiying Sun, Hongxing Yang. Study on an innovative three-dimensional wind turbine wake model. Applied Energy, Volume 226, pp.483–493, September 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.06.027
81. Du Jiyun, Shen Zhicheng, Yang Hongxing. Numerical study on the impact of runner inlet arc angle on the performance of inline cross-flow turbine used in urban water mains. Energy, Volume 158, pp.228-237, September 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2018.06.033
82. Yi Chen, Huaxia Yan, Hongxing Yang. Comparative study of on-off control and novel high-low control of regenerative indirect evaporative cooler (RIEC). Applied Energy, Vol.225, pp.233-243, September 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.05.046
83. Du Jiyun, Yang Hongxing, Shen Zhicheng, Guo Xiaodong. Development of an inline vertical cross-flow turbine for hydropower harvesting in urban water supply pipes. Renewable Energy, Volume 127, pp.386-397, November 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2018.04.070
84. Nikolaos Skandalos, Dimitris Karamanis, Jinqing Peng, Hongxing Yang. Overall energy assessment and integration optimization process of semitransparent PV glazing technologies. Progress in Photovoltaics: Research and Applications. Volume 26, Issue 7, pp.1-18, July 2018. https://doi.org/10.1002/pip.3008
85. Tian You, Baolong Wang, Xianting Li, Wenxing Shi, Hongxing Yang. A general distributed parameter model for ground heat exchangers with arbitrary shape and type of heat sources. Energy Conversion and Management, Volume 164, pp.667-679, 15 May 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enconman.2018.03.059
86. Bin Zou, Yang Yao, Yiqiang Jiang, Hongxing Yang. A new algorithm for obtaining the critical tube diameter and intercept factor of parabolic trough solar collectors. Energy, Vol. 150, pp.451-467, May 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2017.12.065
87. Xi Chen and Hongxing Yang. Integrated energy performance optimization of a passively designed high-rise residential building in different climatic zones of China. Applied Energy, Vol.215, pp.145-158, April 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.01.099
88. Ma Tao, Hongxing Yang, Xiaodong Guo, Chengzhi Lou, Zhicheng Shen, Jian Chen, Jiyun Du. Development of inline hydroelectric generation system from municipal water pipelines. Applied Energy, Vol.144, pp.535-548, Feb 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2017.11.113
89. Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang, Weilong Zhang. Simulation-based approach to optimize passively designed buildings: A case study on a typical architectural form in hot and humid climates. Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy. Vol.82, Part 2, pp.1712-1725, Feb 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2017.06.018
90. Yi Chen, Hongxing Yang, Yimo Luo. Investigation on solar assisted liquid desiccant dehumidifier and evaporative cooling system for fresh air treatment. Energy, Volume 143, pp.114-127, January 2018. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2017.10.124
91. Jiyun Du, Hongxing Yang, Zhicheng Shen. Study on the impact of blades wrap angle on the performance of pumps as turbines used in water supply system of high-rise buildings. International Journal of Low-Carbon Technologies, Volume 13, Issue 1, pp.102-108, Jan 2018. https://doi.org/10.1093/ijlct/cty002
92. Wenke Zhang, Hongxing Yang, Lin Lu and Zhaohong Fang. Investigation on the heat transfer of energy piles with two-dimensional groundwater flow. International Journal of Low-Carbon Technologies, Vol.12, No.1, pp.43-50, March 2017. https://doi.org/10.1093/ijlct/ctv028
93. Jiyun Du, Hongxing Yang, Zhicheng Shen, Jian Chen. Micro hydro power generation from water supply system in high rise buildings using pump as turbines, Energy, Volume 137, pp.431-440, October 2017. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2017.03.023
94. Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang. A multi-stage optimization of passively designed high-rise residential buildings in multiple building operation scenarios. Applied Energy, Volume 206, pp.541-557, 15 November 2017. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2017.08.204
95. Bin Zou, Hongxing Yang, Yang Yao, Yiqiang Jiang. A detailed study on the effects of sunshape and incident angle on the optical performance of parabolic trough solar collectors. Applied Thermal Engineering, Vol.126, pp.81-91, November 2017. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2017.07.149
96. Tao Ma, Hongxing Yang, Lin Lu. Long term performance analysis of a standalone photovoltaic system under real conditions. Applied Energy, Volume 201, Pages 320-331, Sep 2017. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2016.08.126
97. Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang and Tao Wang. Developing a robust assessment system for the passive design approach in the green building rating scheme of Hong Kong, Journal of Cleaner Production, Volume 153, pp.176-194, June 2017. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2017.03.191
98. Yimo Luo, Yi Chen, Hongxing Yang and Yuanhao Wang. Study on an internally-cooled liquid desiccant dehumidifier with CFD model. Applied Energy, Vol.194, pp.399-409, May 2017. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2016.05.133
99. Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang and Ke Sun. Developing a meta-model for sensitivity analyses and prediction of building performance for passively designed high-rise residential buildings, Applied Energy, Vol.194, pp.422-439, May 2017. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2016.08.180
100. Yi Chen, Hongxing Yang, Yimo Luo. Parameter sensitivity analysis and configuration optimization of indirect evaporative cooler (IEC) considering condensation. Applied Energy, Vol.194, pp.440-453, May 2017. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2016.06.121
101. Meng Wang, Jinqing Peng, Nianping Li, Hongxing Yang, Chunlei Wang, Xue Li, Tao Lu. Comparison of energy performance between PV double skin facades and PV insulating glass units. Applied Energy, Vol.194, pp.148-160, May 2017. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apenergy.2017.03.019
102. Yimo Luo, Chen Yi, Dan Zhong, Yuanhao Wang and Hongxing Yang. Experimental study of the flow characteristics in a falling film liquid desiccant dehumidifier. Science and Technology for the Built Environment. Volume 23, Number 1, pp.157-165, January 2017.https://doi.org/10.1080/23744731.2017.1251265
103. Xi Chen, Hongxing Yang and Yuanhao Wang. Parametric study of passive design strategies for high-rise residential buildings in hot and humid climates: miscellaneous impact factors. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Vol.69, pp.442-460, March 2017. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2016.11.055
104. Wenke Zhang, Hongxing Yang, Liang Fang, Ping Cui, Zhaohong Fang. Study on heat transfer of pile foundation ground heat exchanger with three-dimensional groundwater seepage.International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, Vol.105, pp.58-66, Feb 2017. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijheatmasstransfer.2016.09.066
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124. Wen T, Lu L, Zhong H. Investigation on the dehumidification performance of LiCl/H2O-MWNTs nanofluid in a falling film dehumidifier. Building and Environment, 2018, 139: 8-16. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2018.05.010
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