Argunhan, Zeki2021-11-262021-11-262011Argunhan, Z. (2011). Dimension and insulation thickness optimization of circular flat plate solar collectors. Energy Education Science and Technology Part A: Energy Science and Research, 27 (2), pp.287-294.https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12402/4106In this study, expressions for optimum radius of a circular flat plate solar collector and the optimum insulation thickness distribution are derived by using the concept of solar gain, which maximizes the life-cycle savings. For the specified condition the optimum radius has been found as 2.14 m and the optimum insulation thickness distribution on back of collectors has been formulized. The insulation material thickness distribution has been determined by performing a detailed dimensional analysis; therefore heat loss is minimized, and results are presented in graphics.eninfo:eu-repo/semantics/openAccessAttribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 3.0 United StatesArticle272287294N/AN/A