volume-03-Issue 2 (2011)


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Heating of Subcooled Refrigerants Flowing inside Porous Tubes Study of Heat Transfer: CO2 Case Study

IJTEE, volume-03, Issue 2 (2011) , PP 121 - 124

Published: 27 Jan 2011

DOI: 10.5383/ijtee.03.02.010

by M. Tarawneh, A. Alshqirate, M. Hammad from Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Hashemite University, Zarqa, Jordan, Al-Balqa' Applied University, Jordan, University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan

Abstract: Experimental study for the heat transfer characteristics in a porous tube was conducted in this work. The tubes were filled with sand beads. Three dif read more...

Keywords: Heating, Porous media, Convection heat transfer, R744


Theoretical Analysis of Solar Distillation Using Active Solar Still

IJTEE, volume-03, Issue 2 (2011) , PP 113 - 120

Published: 27 Jan 2011

DOI: 10.5383/ijtee.03.02.009

by Omar Badran from Mechanical Engineering Dept, Faculty of Engineering Technology, Al-Balqa Applied University, Amman, Jordan

Abstract: The performance of active single slope solar still using different operational parameters is studied theoretically and compared with the experimental read more...

Keywords: Still Performance, Solar still. Solar Energy, Active Solar Systems


Mass and Number Concentration and Size Distribution of Particles Emitted from Diesel Engine

IJTEE, volume-03, Issue 2 (2011) , PP 109 - 112

Published: 27 Jan 2011

DOI: 10.5383/ijtee.03.02.008

by Elzbieta Jankowska from Central Institute for Labour Protection – National Research Institute, Warsaw, Poland, 00-701

Abstract: This paper presents results of research of mass and number concentrations and size distribution particles emitted as Diesel exhaust fumes (DEF). The p read more...

Keywords: Diesel exhaust, concentration, ultrafine particles, size distribution


Residential Building Walls and Environment in Amman, Jordan

IJTEE, volume-03, Issue 2 (2011) , PP 101 - 107

Published: 27 Jan 2011

DOI: 10.5383/ijtee.03.02.007

by S. J. Sulaiman, N. Beithou from Department of Mechanical Engineering, Applied Science University, Amman 11931, Jordan

Abstract: Jordan has a moderate weather conditions which is overwhelmingly dry. Winter months, December, January and February usually have cold spells with rain read more...

Keywords: Building walls, Air quality, Insulation, Energy, Moisture, Ventilation.


Experimental Study of Emissions and Performance of Internal Combustion Engine Fuels

IJTEE, volume-03, Issue 2 (2011) , PP 95 - 100

Published: 27 Jan 2011

DOI: 10.5383/ijtee.03.02.006

by Moh’d Sami Ashhab, Mahmoud Abu-Zaid, Odai Baqaeen, Maraam Khdair, Eyas Adel from Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Hashemite University, Zarqa 13115, Jordan, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Mutah University, Mutah, Jordan

Abstract: Experimental study of 8 different internal combustion fuels is conducted. The 8 fuels are: octane 90, octane 95, blend of 10% methanol & 90% octane 90 read more...

Keywords: Emissions, Fuel, Internal Combustion Engines


Design and Fabrication of Auto Air Conditioner Generator Utilizing Exhaust Waste Energy from a Diesel Engine

IJTEE, volume-03, Issue 2 (2011) , PP 87 - 93

Published: 27 Jan 2011

DOI: 10.5383/ijtee.03.02.005

by Khaled AlQdah, Sameh Alsaqoor , Assem Al-Jarrah from Faculty of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Department, Tafila Technical University, 66110, Tafila , Jordan, Faculty of Engineering, Engineering Chemical Industries Department, Tafila Technical University, Tafila , Jordan

Abstract: In this investigation analysis and design of an automobile air conditioner was made by utilizing the available diesel engine exhaust waste energy to p read more...

Keywords: Generator, Absorber , COP, Waste Energy, Cooling Load; Aqua- ammonia


Potential of One-Axis and Two-Axis Tracking Photovoltaic Systems

IJTEE, volume-03, Issue 2 (2011) , PP 81 - 85

Published: 27 Jan 2011

DOI: 10.5383/ijtee.03.02.004

by A. Al Tarabsheh, I. Etier from Electrical Engineering Department, The Hashemite University, 13115 Zarqa, Jordan

Abstract: This paper explores the potential of solar energy generation in the area of The Hashemite University in Jordan (32.05_N, 36.06_E) by investigating the read more...

Keywords: One- and Two-axis Tracking, METEONORM, Solar Energy


Correlation between the Bulk Flow Hydrodynamics, Wind Shear Stress and Evolution of the Surface Waves

IJTEE, volume-03, Issue 2 (2011) , PP 73 - 79

Published: 27 Jan 2011

DOI: 10.5383/ijtee.03.02.003

by Mamoun A. M. Janajrah, Omar O. Badarn from Mechatronics Engineering Department, Al-Balqa Applied University, P.O. Box 15008, Amman, Jordan, Mechanical Engineering Department, Al-Balqa Applied University, Amman, Jordan

Abstract: Wind generated surface waves is described as when the wind blows over the water surface and its momentum transfers through the surface to the bulk and read more...

Keywords: PIV, surface waves, flow hydrodynamics


An Optimal Two-Dimensional Geometry of Flywheel for Kinetic Energy Storage

IJTEE, volume-03, Issue 2 (2011) , PP 67 - 72

Published: 27 Jan 2011

DOI: 10.5383/ijtee.03.02.002

by Mofid Mahdi from Department of Mechanical Engineering, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia

Abstract: The consumption of energy is increasing drastically. The available resources of energy are limited therefore; the search of new sources is a vital iss read more...

Keywords: Flywheel Profile , Energy Storage, FEM, Stresses, Cubic Splines.


Implementation of Solar Technologies in the Development of Rural, Remote and Sub urban Communities

IJTEE, volume-03, Issue 2 (2011) , PP 59 - 66

Published: 27 Jan 2011

DOI: 10.5383/ijtee.03.02.001

by N. M. Khattab, H. Soliman, M. Metias, I. El-Seesy, E. Mettawee, E. El-Shenawy, M. Hassan from Solar Energy Department, National Research Center, Giza, Egypt, 12622

Abstract: This case study describes a model household in which a number of simple solar technologies are utilized to provide for the daily household needs of el read more...

Keywords: Solar Home, Domestic Solar Systems, Generating Activities systems, Costs