Thierry S. M. Ky

Experimental Study of a Stationary Hot Air Solar Collector Built with Hemispherical Concentrators and Enhanced with Fresnel Lenses

Thierry S. M. Ky, Salifou Ouedraogo, Moctar Ousmane, Boureima Dianda, Emmanuel Ouedraogo & Dieudonné J. Bathiebo · Physical Science International Journal · 2021

Aims: This paper is about a solar collector made of hemispherical concentrators. This collector is sun tracking free, and used for natural convection. Lenses are used on top of each concentrator to improve its efficiency. Study Design: The Solar collector is made of hemispherical...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/psij/2021/v25i130233

Experimental Performance Evaluation of a Low-Cost Cylindrical Solar Concentrator for Thermal Cooking Applications in a Tropical Climate

Prince Abdoul Aziz Honadia, Bouto Kossi Imbga & Thierry S. M. Ky · Physical Science International Journal · 2026

Access to clean and affordable cooking energy remains a challenge in developing regions, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa, where traditional biomass fuels are widely used and are associated with environmental and health concerns. Solar cooking provides a renewable alternative;...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/psij/2026/v30i5972