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Analysis of a high-performance tubular solar collector

Conference · · Altern. Energy Sources; (United States)
OSTI ID:5391431
This article analyzes the thermal performance of a vacuum tube solar collector. The assumptions and mathematical modeling are presented. The problem is reduced to the formulation of two simultaneous linear differential equations characterizing the collector thermal behavior. After applying the boundary conditions, a general solution is obtained which is found similar to the general Hottel, Whillier and Bliss form, but with a complex flow factor. 9 refs.
Research Organization:
JPL, Pasadena, Calif, USA
OSTI ID:
5391431
Report Number(s):
CONF-791204-
Conference Information:
Journal Name: Altern. Energy Sources; (United States) Journal Volume: 1
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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