Design and Fabrication of a Parabolic Solar Cooker
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| author | OMOKARO, LOVETH |
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| contents | <p>Undergraduate thesis submitted to the University of Benin, Department of Production Engineering. Supervised by Engr. Prof P.E Amiolemhen. </p> <p>This study presents the design, fabrication, and evaluation of a parabolic solar cooker developed using locally available materials as a sustainable alternative to conventional cooking methods. The system utilizes a parabolic reflector to concentrate solar radiation onto a focal point, where a black-coated cooking vessel is positioned to enhance heat absorption.</p> <p>The cooker was constructed using 0.6 mm sheet metal for the parabolic dish and aluminum foil as the reflective surface, selected for their availability and cost-effectiveness. Experimental testing was conducted under typical environmental conditions to assess thermal performance. Results showed that the system achieved a temperature increase from 27°C to approximately 98°C within three hours of solar exposure.</p> <p>The findings demonstrate the viability of low-cost solar cooking technologies in reducing reliance on fossil fuels and improving energy accessibility, particularly in resource-constrained settings. This work contributes to the development of practical, scalable renewable energy solutions with potential environmental and socio-economic benefits.</p> |
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| spellingShingle | Design and Fabrication of a Parabolic Solar Cooker OMOKARO, LOVETH Solar Energy Solar energy technology Environmental sustainability Renewable Energy <p>Undergraduate thesis submitted to the University of Benin, Department of Production Engineering. Supervised by Engr. Prof P.E Amiolemhen. </p> <p>This study presents the design, fabrication, and evaluation of a parabolic solar cooker developed using locally available materials as a sustainable alternative to conventional cooking methods. The system utilizes a parabolic reflector to concentrate solar radiation onto a focal point, where a black-coated cooking vessel is positioned to enhance heat absorption.</p> <p>The cooker was constructed using 0.6 mm sheet metal for the parabolic dish and aluminum foil as the reflective surface, selected for their availability and cost-effectiveness. Experimental testing was conducted under typical environmental conditions to assess thermal performance. Results showed that the system achieved a temperature increase from 27°C to approximately 98°C within three hours of solar exposure.</p> <p>The findings demonstrate the viability of low-cost solar cooking technologies in reducing reliance on fossil fuels and improving energy accessibility, particularly in resource-constrained settings. This work contributes to the development of practical, scalable renewable energy solutions with potential environmental and socio-economic benefits.</p> |
| title | Design and Fabrication of a Parabolic Solar Cooker |
| topic | Solar Energy Solar energy technology Environmental sustainability Renewable Energy |
| url | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19439624 |