Experimental characterization of the heat transfer in a free-falling-particle receiver
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An experiment is performed on a free falling curtain of irradiated spherical beads in a high-flux solar furnace in an attempt to harness solar energy more efficiently. This system, known as the direct absorption solar receiver design, replaces the more expensive and less efficient water and steam receiver. A series of experiments on the bead's radiative heat flux, temperatures and extinction coefficient are also conducted for further evaluation of its properties.
Publication Name: Solar Energy
Subject: Petroleum, energy and mining industries
ISSN: 0038-092X
Year: 1992
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Comments on Transparently Insulated Integrated Collector Storage Hot Water Systems
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Recent research has given the false impression that the concept of transparent insulation application on integrated collector storage (ICS) hot water systems is new. Contrary to these studies' assertions, there have been earlier published works on transparently insulated ICS systems. One such study involved the application of transparent honeycomb insulation on ICS systems.
Publication Name: Solar Energy
Subject: Petroleum, energy and mining industries
ISSN: 0038-092X
Year: 1995
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