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Solar energy collector system

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5717224

A solar energy collector system is described having an array of solar concentrators mounted at spaced intervals along a conduit network through which a heat transfer fluid is circulated. The concentrators include an arcuate channel providing a heat absorption surface and a saddle member for mounting the channel section to the conduit. An insulation shroud surrounds the channel member and conduit. An elongate lens panel is positionable over the absorption surface for focusing incident solar radiation. The angle of inclination of the lens panel can be varied by manual rotation of the solar concentrators about the longitudinal axis of the conduit.

Assignee:
IFI; EDB-82-076860
Patent Number(s):
US 4307710
OSTI ID:
5717224
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English