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A comprehensive 4E (energy, exergy, economic, environmental) analysis of novel pyramid solar still coupled with pulsating heat pipe: An experimental study

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  • Pandey, Nagendra
  • Naresh, Y.

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Remote regions and poor communities often suffer the most from the shortage of fresh water. Providing a sustainable supply of fresh water and improving the quality of life for millions of people worldwide is crucial.

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  • Pandey, Nagendra & Naresh, Y., 2024. "A comprehensive 4E (energy, exergy, economic, environmental) analysis of novel pyramid solar still coupled with pulsating heat pipe: An experimental study," Renewable Energy, Elsevier, vol. 225(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:renene:v:225:y:2024:i:c:s0960148124002921
    DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2024.120227
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