Department: Thermal Engineering and Fluids
Center: ETS of Industrial Engineering
Area: Thermal Machines and Engines
Research group: Advanced Materials for the Production and Storage of Energy
Email: francisco.vera@upct.es
PhD from the Polytechnic University of Valencia with the thesis Effect of exhaust gas recirculation in the process of charge renewal in turbo-supercharged engines 2004 . Directed by Dr. Jose Manuel Lujan Martinez
International Relations Coordinator
Currently Coordinator of International Relations of the UPCT and Coordinator of the Master’s Degree in EERR (between 2016-2020).
Graduated as an Industrial Engineer (1999) with a specialization in Energy Techniques and PhD in Thermal-fluid Processes in Thermal Engines (2004) from the Polytechnic University of Valencia.
Member of the research group called “Modeling of thermal and energy systems” of the UPCT from 2004 to 2020 and in the Group “Advanced materials for the production and storage of energy” (MAPAE) currently.
Researching and working on modeling and experimentation in various lines of research related to energy, such as: internal combustion engines, two-phase flow, heat exchanger design, evaporation and condensation processes, efficient use of energy, temperature influence on photovoltaic solar energy, water desalination through evaporation systems, uses of hydrogen as an energy vector, energy efficiency in industry and other energy-related topics.
2022
- DEVELOPMENT OF AN ENERGY MODEL OF A LARGE-SIZED REFRIGERATED INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENTS USING TRNSYS®
Proceedings from the International Congress on Project Management and Engineering
- MODELING AND ANALYSIS OF A BRINE REMOVAL EVAPORATION SYSTEM BASED ON MECHANICAL VAPOR COMPRESSION PROCESS
Proceedings from the International Congress on Project Management and Engineering
- Modeling and real-data validation of a logistic center using TRNSYS®: Influences of the envelope, infiltrations and stored goods
Energy and Buildings, Vol. 275
- Reject brine management: Denitrification and zero liquid discharge (ZLD)—Current status, challenges and future prospects
Journal of Cleaner Production, Vol. 381
- STUDY OF THE INFLUENCE OF THE LOADING AND UNLOADING PROCESS ON THE ENERGY DEMAND OF A REFRIGERATED WAREHOUSE
Proceedings from the International Congress on Project Management and Engineering
- Sustainable Zero Liquid Discharge for Desalination and Denitrification Processes: Desirows Life European Project
2022 IEEE International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering and 2022 IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Europe, EEEIC / I and CPS Europe 2022
2021
- A mcdm methodology to determine the most critical variables in the pressure drop and heat transfer in minichannels
Energies, Vol. 14, No. 8
- Brackish Desalination and Denitrification for Sustainable and Renewable Irrigation: Desirows Life European Project
2021 IEEE 15th International Conference on Compatibility, Power Electronics and Power Engineering, CPE-POWERENG 2021
- Experimental analysis of the thermal comfort provided by an electrical heater and a heat pump
Journal of Physics: Conference Series
- Organic rankine cycle optimization performance analysis based on super-heater pressure: Comparison of working fluids
Energies, Vol. 14, No. 9
2020
- Influence of catalyst, exhaust systems and ECU configurations on the motorcycle pollutant emissions
Results in Engineering, Vol. 5
2019
- Improvements of a failure database for marine diesel engines using the RCM and simulations
Energies, Vol. 13, No. 1
- Official Master of Renewable Energies Polytechnic University of Cartagena: review of a decade in the European area of higher education
Communications presented at the XXIII International Congress of Project Engineering: held in Malaga from July 10 to 12, 2019
- OFFICIAL MASTER DEGREE IN RENEWABLE ENERGIES POLITECNICA UNIVERSITY OF CARTAGENA: A DECADE REVISION UNDER THE EUROPEAN HIGHER EDUCATION AREA (EHEA)
Proceedings from the International Congress on Project Management and Engineering
- Presentation of the Safety and Hygiene in Industry Research Group
Proceedings of the IV Conference on energy engineering of the Campus Mare Nostrum
- Use of a predictive control to improve the energy efficiency in indoor swimming pools using solar thermal energy
Solar Energy, Vol. 179, p. 380-390
2018
- Marine diesel engine failure simulator based on thermodynamic model
Applied Thermal Engineering, Vol. 144, p. 982-995
2017
- Replacing conventional boilers with biomass boilers in heated swimming pools: technical-economic feasibility
Chemical industry, No. 43, pp. 54-60
2016
- Condensing two-phase pressure drop and heat transfer coefficient of propane in a horizontal multiport mini-channel tube: Experimental measurements
International Journal of Refrigeration, Vol. 68, p. 59-75
- R32 and R410A condensation heat transfer coefficient and pressure drop within minichannel multiport tube. Experimental technique and measurements
Applied Thermal Engineering, Vol. 105, p. 118-131
2015
- An approach formulated in terms of conserved variables for the characterization of propellant combustion in internal ballistics
International Journal for Numerical Methods in Fluids, Vol. 79, No. 8, pp. 394-415
- Comparative study of the use of compact heat exchanger or a fin-and-tube coil in a heat pump
Refrigeration Science and Technology
- Evaluation of the thermal potential of the cooling system of a photovoltaic panel installation applied to regeneration in desiccant wheels
IX National Congress of Thermodynamic Engineering: book of minutes. Cartagena, June 3 to 5, 2015 (Polytechnic University of Cartagena), pp. 760-767
- Experimental two-phase heat transfer coefficient and frictional pressure drop inside mini-channels during condensation with R1234yf and R134a
International Journal of Refrigeration, Vol. 51, p. 12-23
- Heat transfer coefficient during condensation inside a minichannel multiport tube with R32 and R410A as working fluids
Science and Technology for the Built Environment, Vol. 21, No. 5, p. 535-544
- Quasi-stationary modeling of a simple compression refrigeration machine using TRNSYS®
IX National Congress of Thermodynamic Engineering: book of minutes. Cartagena, June 3 to 5, 2015 (Polytechnic University of Cartagena), pp. 194-201
- Non-uniform condensation of refrigerant r134a in mini-channel multiport tubes: Two-phase pressure drop and heat transfer coefficient
Journal of Enhanced Heat Transfer, Vol. 22, No. 5, p. 391-416
- Process for obtaining experimental measurements and data processing for marine diesel engine modeling
IX National Congress of Thermodynamic Engineering: book of minutes. Cartagena, June 3 to 5, 2015 (Polytechnic University of Cartagena), pp. 539-546
- Two phase flow pressure drop in multiport mini-channel tubes using R134a and R32 as working fluids
International Journal of Thermal Sciences, Vol. 92, p. 17-33
2014
- A one-dimensional code for the analysis of internal ballistic problems
Proceedings – 28th International Symposium on Ballistics, BALLISTICS 2014
- Advances in the characterization of reactive gas and solid mixtures under low pressure conditions
Computers and Fluids, Vol. 101, p. 64-87
- Experimental condensing two-phase frictional pressure drop inside mini-channels. Comparisons and new model development
International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, Vol. 75, p. 581-591
- Experimental study of cooling BIPV modules by forced convection in the air channel
Applied Energy, Vol. 135, p. 88-97
2013
- Testing and modeling of an air-water heat pump operating with R134a
VIII National Congress of Thermodynamic Engineering. [Electronic resource]: minute book
- Implementation of a neural network for the prediction of pressure drop in mini-channels
VIII National Congress of Thermodynamic Engineering. [Electronic resource]: minute book
- Improving the electrical parameters of a photovoltaic panel by means of an induced or forced air stream
International Journal of Photoenergy, Vol. 2013
- Influence of the temperature of photovoltaic panels: Comparative study working in a solar farm against values obtained in a test bench
Solar Age: Renewable Energies, No. 173, pp. 50-55
- Installation for testing water/air heat pumps
Introductory days to the investigation of the UPCT, No. 6, pp. 85-87
2012
- Comparative study of the influence of the temperature of photovoltaic panels working in a solar farm compared to values obtained in a test bench
Re-constructing the sustainable future: minute book of the XV Iberian Congress and X Ibero-American Congress of Solar Energy. Vigo, Galicia, Spain, June 19-22, 2012
- Study of the influence of air cooling in a natural way on the behavior of agro-energy photovoltaic installations on roofs
Re-constructing the sustainable future: minute book of the XV Iberian Congress and X Ibero-American Congress of Solar Energy. Vigo, Galicia, Spain, June 19-22, 2012
- Some advances in the characterization of gas and solid mixtures under low pressure conditions
AIP Conference Proceedings
2011
- Collaborative learning in university teaching: models in the UPCT: University Teaching Research Networks program
Polytechnic University of Cartagena
- Group learning techniques as part or foundation of undergraduate courses: Proposals of the UPCT collaborative work teaching team
I International Conference on Teaching Innovation. IDRC: Cartagena July 6, 7 and 8, 2011 (Cartagena, Polytechnic University of Cartagena, DL 2011), pp. 933-944
- Modeling an absorption system assisted by solar energy
Applied Thermal Engineering, Vol. 31, No. 1, p. 112-118
2010
- A simplified model for shell-and-tubes heat exchangers: Practical application
Applied Thermal Engineering, Vol. 30, No. 10, p. 1231-1241
- Compact heat exchangers modelling: Condensation
International Journal of Refrigeration, Vol. 33, No. 1, p. 135-147
- Development of an installation to reduce the temperature of photovoltaic panels and improve their efficiency
Introductory days to the investigation of the UPCT, No. 3, pp. 38-40
- Development of an IRSN code for dust mobilization problems in ITER
Fusion Engineering and Design, Vol. 85, No. 10-12, pp. 2274-2281
- Development of an installation to reduce the temperature of photovoltaic modules and improve their efficiency
Renewable Energy and Power Quality Journal, Vol. 1, No. 8, p. 893-898
- Numerical modeling of the mobilization of particles in gases
Introductory days to the investigation of the UPCT, No. 3, pp. 41-43
2007
- Assessment of boiling and condensation heat transfer correlations in the modeling of plate heat exchangers
International Journal of Refrigeration, Vol. 30, No. 6, pp. 1029-1041
- Assessment of boiling heat transfer correlations in the modeling of fin and tube heat exchangers
International Journal of Refrigeration, Vol. 30, No. 6, pp. 1004-1017
- Assessment of condensation heat transfer correlations in the modeling of fin and tube heat exchangers
International Journal of Refrigeration, Vol. 30, No. 6, pp. 1018-1028
- Atlas of solar radiation and ambient temperature in the Autonomous Community of the Region of Murcia
Polytechnic University of Cartagena
- Characterization and dynamic response of an exhaust gas recirculation venturi for internal combustion engines
Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part D: Journal of Automobile Engineering, Vol. 221, No. 4, pp. 497-509
2006
- Relevance of valve overlap for meeting Euro 5 soot emissions requirements during load transient process in heavy duty diesel engines
International Journal of Vehicle Design, Vol. 41, No. 1-4, pp. 343-367
2001
- Modelling, effect and behavior of the EGR venturi in a heavy-duty diesel engine
SAE Technical Papers
current projects
- BRACKISH-GROUNDWATER DESALINATION AND DENITRIFICATION FOR SUSTAINABLE IRRIGATION: NET ZERO WASTE AND ENERGY
Ángel Molina García, Juan Tomás García Bermejo
- European University of Technology
completed projects
2022
- HYDROGEN fuel cells from renewable sources for GREEN logistics and transport
Ángel Molina García, José Javier López Cascales
2019
2017
- Characterization of heat transfer and pressure drop in compact evaporators and condensers
Jose Ramon Garcia Cascales
2015
2012
2010
- Study of heat transfer and pressure drop in condensation processes in microchannels
Jose Ramon Garcia Cascales
2008
- Development of advanced models for the design of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.
Jose Ramon Garcia Cascales
2006
- Modeling and development of efficient refrigeration and air conditioning systems
Jose Ramon Garcia Cascales
doctoral thesis
Effect of exhaust gas recirculation on the charge renewal process in turbo-supercharged engines 2004
Polytechnic University of Valencia
Supervised theses (4)
2017 Artificial Intelligence and Thermodynamic Model Based Marine Diesel Engine Diagnostic System
Polytechnic University of Cartagena
Jose Antonio Pagan Rubio
Study of the boiling process inside an extruded aluminum multiport tube with mini-channels of triangular geometry using R32 and R134A as working fluids 2015
Polytechnic University of Cartagena
Francisco Alberto Ramirez Rivera
Characterization of heat transfer and pressure drop in condensation processes within mini-channel tubes with last generation of refrigerant fluids 2014
Polytechnic University of Cartagena
Study of the influence of air cooling naturally and induced on the behavior of photovoltaic installations 2014
Polytechnic University of Cartagena
Rocio Mazon Hernandez
Thesis committees (21)
Secretary of the court
Study of different strategies to improve the internal combustion engine (ice) operating at cold conditions 2023Polytechnic University of Valencia
Miguel Angel Bernal Maldonado
Secretary of the court
Advancement in understanding the extreme altitude and ambient temperature impact on diesel engine and aftertreatment performance 2022Polytechnic University of Valencia
Barbara Diesel Costa
Secretary of the court
Modeling and analysis methodology of si ic engines turbocharged by VGT 2022Polytechnic University of Valencia
Alejandro Gomez Vilanova
Secretary of the court
Feasibility study of jet-ejector refrigeration systems as a mechanism for harnessing low-grade thermal energy from different sources 2022Polytechnic University of Valencia
Alberto Ponce Mora
Secretary of the court
Experimental analysis and multidimensional modeling of water condensation due to low-pressure exhaust gas recirculation activation during engine cold starts 2022Polytechnic University of Valencia
Francisco Moya Torres
Secretary of the court
In-cylinder pressure-based control of premixed dual-fuel combustion 2022Polytechnic University of Valencia
Alvin Richard Sebastien Barbier
Secretary of the court
Analysis of the high pressure egr dispersion among cylinders in automotive diesel engines 2021Polytechnic University of Valencia
Julian Miguel Garcia
Secretary of the court
Development and validation of a virtual engine model for simulating standard testing cycles 2021Polytechnic University of Valencia
Angel Auñón Garcia
Secretary of the court
Online control of automotive systems for improved real-world performance 2021Polytechnic University of Valencia
Varun Pandey
Secretary of the court
Effects of egr transient operation on emissions and performance of automotive engines during rde cycles 2020Polytechnic University of Valencia
Chaitanya Yashvant Patil
Secretary of the court
Energy analysis of a heated pool assisted with renewable energies, through its dynamic modeling, for a better integration of solar thermal energy and biomass 2019Polytechnic University of Cartagena
Court member
Modeling of soot oxidation in diesel particulate filters 2019Polytechnic University of Valencia
Enrique Jose Sanchis Pacheco
Secretary of the court
Control-oriented modeling and diagnostics of diesel after-treatment catalysts 2018Polytechnic University of Valencia
Javier Mora Perez
Secretary of the court
Experimental analysis of thermal management influence on performance and emissions in diesel engines at low ambient temperature 2018Polytechnic University of Valencia
Ausias Alberto Moratal Martinez
Secretary of the court
A non-linear quasi-3d model for air management modeling in engines 2018Polytechnic University of Valencia
Manuel Hernandez Marco
Secretary of the court
Study of Organic Rankine Cycles for Waste Heat Recovery in Transportation Vehicles 2017Polytechnic University of Valencia
Lucia Royo Pascual
Court member
Analysis of the combination of High and Low pressure gas recirculation systems on the behavior of a supercharged Diesel engine. 2016Polytechnic University of Valencia
Jose Antonio Soler Muniesa
Court member
Contribution to the modeling of emissions and consumption based on the pressure signal in the cylinder in Diesel engines 2016Polytechnic University of Valencia
Daniel Garcia Sarmiento
Court member
Application of NOx measurement for the control of supercharged diesel engines 2013Polytechnic University of Valencia
Pedro Cabrera Lopez
Court member
Trends and Limits of Two-Stage Boosting Systems for Automotive Diesel Engines 2012Polytechnic University of Valencia
Olivier Varnier
Court member
Study of the dynamic evolution of tissue gas bubbles in decompression processes, numerical and experimental results 2009Polytechnic University of Cartagena
Antonio Hernandez Gonzalez