The performance of concentrated solar power (CSP) systems analysis, measurement and assessment

This book offers an overview of the information on the state-of-the-art of analysis, measurement, and assessment of the performance of concentrated solar power (CSP) components and systems in a comprehensive, compact, and complete manner. Following an introductory chapter to CSP systems and the fund...

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Main Author: Heller, Peter
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Duxford Woodhead Publishing 2017
Series:Woodhead Publishing series in energy
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Collection: O'Reilly - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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Summary:This book offers an overview of the information on the state-of-the-art of analysis, measurement, and assessment of the performance of concentrated solar power (CSP) components and systems in a comprehensive, compact, and complete manner. Following an introductory chapter to CSP systems and the fundamental principles of performance assessment, individual chapters explore the component performance of mirrors and receivers. Further expert-written chapters look at system performance assessment, durability testing, and solar resource forecasting for CSP systems. A final chapter gives an outlook on the actual methods and instruments for performance and durability assessment that are under development
Physical Description:1 online resource
ISBN:9780081004487