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Experimental and theoretical analysis of heat and mass transfer in a packed column dehumidifier/regenerator with liquid desiccant.

Author(s) : LONGO G. A., GASPARELLA A.

Type of article: Article

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This paper presents the experimental tests and the theoretical analysis on the chemical dehumidification of air by a liquid desiccant and desiccant regeneration in an absorption/desorption column with random packing. The experimental tests and the theoretical analysis show that the chemical dehumidification of air by hygroscopic salt solutions ensures consistent reduction in humidity ratio, which is suitable for applications to air conditioning or drying processes. Moreover, desiccant regeneration requires a temperature level around 40-50°C which can be easily obtained by using solar energy or heat recovered from an industrial process or from a thermal engine. [Reprinted with permission from Elsevier, Copyright, 2005].

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  • Original title: Experimental and theoretical analysis of heat and mass transfer in a packed column dehumidifier/regenerator with liquid desiccant.
  • Record ID : 2006-1761
  • Languages: English
  • Source: International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer - vol. 48 - n. 25-26
  • Publication date: 2006/04

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