An alternate lining scheme for solar ponds - Results of a liner test rig

Journal Article · Mon Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1990 · Solar Energy (Journal of Solar Energy Science and Engineering); (USA)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/0038-092X(90)90086-R· OSTI ID:6124650

Raman, P; Kishore, V V.N. ^[1]

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1. Tata Energy Research Institute, New Delhi (India)

Solar pond lining schemes consisting of combinations of clays and Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) films have been experimentally evaluated by means of a Solar Pond Liner Test Rig. Results indicate that LDPE film sandwiched between two layers of clay can be effectively used for lining solar ponds.

• OSTI ID: 6124650
• Journal Information: Solar Energy (Journal of Solar Energy Science and Engineering); (USA), Vol. 45:4; ISSN 0038-092X
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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