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Design and construction of a one kilowatt concentrator photovoltaic system

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/7089330· OSTI ID:7089330

The construction details of a system which uses Fresnel lenses to concentrate sunlight on silicon solar cells are described. The cells are cooled either passively by convection or actively using a pumped fluid coolant. Construction and operation of the array have disclosed several unique problems; future modifications and improved future designs are being considered.

Research Organization:
Sandia Labs., Albuquerque, N.Mex. (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
EY-76-C-04-0789
OSTI ID:
7089330
Report Number(s):
SAND-77-0909
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English