Thermal and Energy Performance Analysis of Solar Dryers with Adobe Walls: An Experimental Study in Semi-Arid Regions

This study evaluates a greenhouse-type solar dryer with adobe walls, a natural material known for its thermal inertia, aimed at improving the drying of agricultural products in tropical regions. By using local materials, the system reduces costs and environmental impact while enhancing energy effici...

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Published inCurrent Journal of Applied Science and Technology Vol. 44; no. 8; pp. 163 - 175
Main Authors Bailou, Oumar, Compaore, Aboubacar, Tubreoumya, Guy Christian, Ouedraogo, Emmanuel, Tiendrebeogo, Eloi Salmwendé, Dissa, Alfa Oumar, Bere, Antoine
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology 26.08.2025
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Computer Science
Technology for Human Learning
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Summary:This study evaluates a greenhouse-type solar dryer with adobe walls, a natural material known for its thermal inertia, aimed at improving the drying of agricultural products in tropical regions. By using local materials, the system reduces costs and environmental impact while enhancing energy efficiency. Experimental observations demonstrate the dryer’s ability to maintain stable internal temperatures above ambient levels, even during sunless periods, highlighting the thermal inertia of adobe. The findings confirm that adobe-based dryers provide a sustainable, low-cost alternative to conventional systems and support their broader adoption in rural areas. The results also suggest potential for further optimization and scaling using other natural materials.
ISSN:2457-1024
2457-1024
DOI:10.9734/cjast/2025/v44i84597