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3008 1; Report; September 1980.
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ABSTRACT:
The direct conversion of solar energy to thermal energy may be accomplished using a number of different hardware configurations. When temperatures above 100°C are required, the sunlight should be concentrated onto the receiver at which the conversion takes place. One type of solar
The direct conversion of solar energy to thermal energy may be accomplished using a number of different hardware configurations. When temperatures above 100°C are required, the sunlight should be concentrated onto the receiver at which the conversion takes place. One type of solar
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collector system which is particularly useful for generating heat in the range 100-500°C is the line-focus concentrator. The technical feasibility of this category of solar technology has been demonstrated and its economic viability is being rapidly developed along with improved system performance capability. Current technology emphases are the reduction of system installation costs, the enhancement of system reliability, and the implementation of production oriented engineering. A significant number of firms are currently involved in manufacturing line-focus concentrator hardware which will supply an active commercial market developing within the 1980's. Show Less