Investigating the impact of sensible and latent heat storage materials on a single solpe solar still's performance

The efficiency of traditional solar stills in producing distilled water is relatively low. By integrating heat storage materials, these systems can achieve notable improvements in performance. This study explores the desalination of brackish water using a passive solar still combined with thermal storage materials. The proposed system, which utilizes heat storage in both sensible and latent forms, offers a viable solution for arid and semi-arid regions facing severe water shortages and abundant brackish water supplies.