Integration of Parabolic Trough Concentrator with Organic Rankine Cycle for Enhanced Desalination Reverse Osmosis Management

Abstract

This paper investigates the integration of a parabolic trough concentrator (PTC) with an Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) to enhance desalination reverse osmosis (RO) management. The combination of PTC and ORC offers a promising approach to address challenges in RO desalination, particularly in energy efficiency and operational sustainability. The study examines the thermodynamic principles governing the integration and explores the feasibility of such a system for practical implementation. Performance assessments consider energy efficiency metrics, including thermal efficiency, specific energy consumption, and overall system reliability. The paper also discusses design considerations and potential optimization strategies to maximize system performance. This research contributes to the advancement of renewable energy-driven desalination technologies, providing insights into the integration of solar thermal systems with ORC for sustainable water production. The findings are relevant for researchers and engineers in renewable energy, desalination, and thermal engineering.