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Tidal energy “Round Robin” tests comparisons between towing tank and circulating tank results by Gaurier, B., Germain, G., Facq, J.V., Johnstone, C.M., Grant, A.D., Day, A.H., Nixon, E., Di Felice, F., Costanzo, M.

“…One key step of the industrial development of a tidal energy device is the testing of scale prototype devices within a controlled laboratory environment. At…”
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Using simulation to formulate domestic sector upgrading strategies for Scotland by Clarke, J.A, Johnstone, C.M, Kondratenko, I, Lever, M, McElroy, L.B, Prazeres, L, Strachan, P.A, McKenzie, F, Peart, G

“…This paper describes the application of a building simulation program to construct a decision-support tool for use by policy makers addressing the needs of the…”
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The role of simulation in support of Internet-based energy services by Clarke, J.A, Conner, S, Fujii, G, Geros, V, Jóhannesson, G, Johnstone, C.M, Karatasou, S, Kim, J, Santamouris, M, Strachan, P.A

“…The connection of buildings to the Internet broadband network is becoming commonplace. The establishment of such an infrastructure enables the development of a…”
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A techno-economic analysis of tidal energy technology by Johnstone, C.M., Pratt, D., Clarke, J.A., Grant, A.D.

“…The choice of which type of electrical power generation technology to adopt is driven by a number of factors including: cost of generated electricity;…”
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A sensitivity analysis on tidal stream turbine loads caused by operational, geometric design and inflow parameters by Nevalainen, T.M., Johnstone, C.M., Grant, A.D.

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Computation of solar radiation distribution in a solar still with internal and external reflectors by Madhlopa, A., Johnstone, C.M.

“…A model that calculates the distribution of solar radiation inside a basin-type solar still with plane reflectors has been proposed. In this model, both…”
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Regulating the output characteristics of tidal current power stations to facilitate better base load matching over the lunar cycle by Clarke, J.A., Connor, G., Grant, A.D., Johnstone, C.M.

“…To meet rising targets for renewable-derived electricity generation, wind power is currently the preferred technology. However, it is widely accepted that due…”
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EC FPVI co-ordinated action on ocean energy: A European platform for sharing technical information and research outcomes in wave and tidal energy systems by Johnstone, C.M., Nielsen, K., Lewis, T., Sarmento, A., Lemonis, G.

“…Energy from the oceans has the potential to make major contributions towards renewable energy targets being adopted by European Governments over the next 10–15…”
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A technique for the prediction of the conditions leading to mould growth in buildings by Clarke, J.A, Johnstone, C.M, Kelly, N.J, McLean, R.C, anderson, J.A, Rowan, N.J, Smith, J.E

“…Epidemiological evidence suggests that the presence of mould growth in buildings can have a detrimental effect on the well-being of occupants. Based on an…”
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Novel, low cost CaCl2 based desiccants for solar crop drying applications by THORUWA, T. F. N, JOHNSTONE, C. M, GRANT, A. D, SMITH, J. E

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Novel, low cost CaCl 2 based desiccants for solar crop drying applications by Thoruwa, T.F.N, Johnstone, C.M, Grant, A.D, Smith, J.E

“…Drying with solar-heated air is satisfactory so long as the sun is shining. To continue this process through the night-time and periods of cloud cover, it is…”
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Photovoltaic-integrated building facades by Clarke, J.A., Hand, J.W., Johnstone, C.M., Kelly, N., Strachan, P.A.

“…Photovoltaic (PV) cells, when integrated within a building facade, offer the possibility of generating electric power and heat for local use or export. This…”
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Developments in solar drying using forced ventilation and solar regenerated desiccant materials by Thoruwa, T.F.N., Smith, J.E., Grant, A.D., Johnstone, C.M.

“…In many countries, grains are naturally sun dried in the field, resulting in large-scale spoilage. Purpose-built solar grain dryers are being introduced with…”
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Integrating multidisciplinary perspectives on demand side participation for future systems by Devine-Wright, H., Leach, M., Johnstone, C.M., Devine-Wright, P.

“…Multidisciplinary research on aspects of future power systems can be both challenging and rewarding as demonstrated by three institutions with distinct…”
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A Solar-regenerated Desiccant Dehumidifier for the Aeration of Stored Grain in the Humid Tropics by Thoruwa, T.F.N., Grant, A.D., Smith, J.E., Johnstone, C.M.

“…In many tropical countries, high ambient humidity levels during the night pose difficulties for grain storage. Typical problems are the formation of wet and…”
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