| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 627429 | Desalination | 2008 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Solar thermal parabolic trough collectors can be used to provide heat for desalination, cooling and electricity generation. The set-up and some intermediate results of a measurement campaign for the evaluation of a parabolic trough collector - the Solitem PTC1800 - are presented. Optical tests of the concentrator were used to determine the intercept factor, allowing to give recommendations for optical improvements. Thermal testing up to 200°C with pressurised water showed low radiative and convective losses.
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Authors
Dirk Krüger, Yuvaraj Pandian, Klaus Hennecke, Mark Schmitz,