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Heat exchange in a multi-cavity volumetric solar receiver

Journal Article · · Solar Energy (Journal of Solar Energy Science and Engineering); (USA)
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  1. Universita degli studi Federico II, Napoli (Italy)

The concept of a multi-cavity volumetric solar receiver is very attractive for the profitability of certain of its characteristics such as high efficiency and economy. The absorber is based on a pack of small ceramic cavities which intercept and absorb the inherent high solar flux reflected from an array of mirrors. Atmospheric air acts as a coolant medium when it is drawn through the pack. A model for an overall heat transfer performance of the receiver is given and numerically solved.

OSTI ID:
5850706
Journal Information:
Solar Energy (Journal of Solar Energy Science and Engineering); (USA), Journal Name: Solar Energy (Journal of Solar Energy Science and Engineering); (USA) Vol. 46:4; ISSN SRENA; ISSN 0038-092X
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English