Section of conventional paraboloid, offset from its major axis, is used as reflector in solar concentrator. Design increases solar gathering efficiency by 3 to 4 percent by eliminating shadowing and blocking of solar rays. In addition, reflector can be folded toward receiver, reducing wind-loading and making maintenance easier.


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    Title :

    Offset paraboloidal solar concentrator


    Contributors:
    Chow, E. Y. (author)

    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1981-01-01



    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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