A 2 m-diameter prototype solar concentrator has been designed to demonstrate the level of technology required for future space applications. The issues addressed in the design are the attainment of high concentration ratio, high solar reflectivity and low weight. The design was based on the proven concept of the Sunflower solar concentrator of the 1960s because of the latter's advanced development. The design goals are discussed, the concept is described in detail, and the critical technology issues that must be addressed are identified.


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    Title :

    Design of an auto-deployable technology demonstration solar concentrator


    Additional title:

    Entwurf von Sonnenkonzentratoren mit automatischer Nachführung


    Contributors:
    Pintz, A. (author) / Castle, C.H. (author) / Reimer, R.R. (author) / Naujokas, G.D. (author)


    Publication date :

    1989


    Size :

    7 Seiten, 7 Quellen


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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