Thermodynamic analysis and optimization of a novel system integrating with solid oxide fuel cell-gas turbine and parabolic trough collector for using in sports buildings

Abstract

This study aims at sport buildings and discussing mathematical models' applications focused on energy problems, both on the thermal and electrical sides. Methanol is a type of alcohol that can be used as an alternative fuel option. Solid oxide fuel cells are a type of fuel cell that have advantages over other types of fuel cells such as high efficiency and low emissions. Researchers are exploring the use of methanol in solid oxide fuel cells, because it can be converted into synthetic gas at certain temperatures using catalysts. This study focuses on a system that uses solar energy for combined cooling, cooling, heating, and power generation. Solar energy is a renewable and environmentally friendly source of energy. Methanol is synthesized and then converted into gases for use in solid oxide fuel cells. This process is called reforming. A fuel cell and a gas turbine system can increase power generation and provide heat for cooling with a conversion efficiency exceeding 64%, but 15% of energy is lost due to light and heat losses.