СИСТЕМА СОЛНЕЧНЫХ МОДУЛЕЙ С ОПОРНОЙ КОНСТРУКЦИЕЙ

1. Система солнечных модулей, имеющая ! самонесущую опорную конструкцию (37, 38) и ! по меньшей мере один элемент солнечного модуля или элемент отражателя, предназначенный для установки на опорной конструкции, ! отличающаяся тем, что ! опорная конструкция содержит по меньшей мере один самонесущий пустотелый продольный профиль в качестве опорного профиля (60) с функциональной поверхностью (2) солнечного модуля и/или функциональной отражающей поверхностью (62а, 62b), причем опорный профиль имеет на продольной стороне вставной профиль (63) для прикрепления сбоку еще одного опорного профиля или соединительного профиля (38), или оконечного профиля (11, 12), и/или имеет структуру для рассеяния тепла (3), которая имеет теплопроводное соединение с ее функциональной поверхностью солнечного модуля и/или ее функциональной отражающей поверхностью, или ! опорная конструкция содержит по меньшей мере один самонесущий ребристый продольный профиль в качестве опорного профиля (9) с функциональной поверхностью (2) солнечного модуля и/или функциональной отражающей поверхностью (62а, 62b), причем опорный профиль имеет на продольной стороне вставной профиль (10b) для прикрепления сбоку еще одного опорного профиля или соединительного профиля (38), или оконечного профиля (11, 12). ! 2. Система солнечных модулей по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что система солнечных модулей представляет собой систему с концентратором на основе клиновидного фоклина, а соединительный профиль выполнен в виде продольного профиля с пустотелой камерой (38), который имеет по меньшей мере одну боковую поверхность профиля, действующую как функциональная отражающая поверхность (32) для обеспеч� РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 2008 137 452 (13) A (51) МПК H01L 31/02 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ, ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (12) ЗАЯВКА НА ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЕ (21), (22) Заявка: 2008137452/28, 22.02.2007 (71) Заявитель(и): КЛОЦ Фриц (DE) (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 23.02.2006 DE 102006009412.3 (43) ...

Flat concentrating device for concentrating solar radiation comprises flat optical elements arranged on the upper side of a structured plate

Flat concentrating device comprises flat optical elements arranged on the upper side of a structured plate (5). Preferred Features: The structured plate consists of an upper grate (2) and a lower grate (4) connected by pyramidal elements (3). Optical cylindrical lenses including Fresnel lenses are arranged on the upper grate. A plate with pyramidal structures can be connected instead of the upper plate and mirror facets are arranged on the plate.

BEFESTIGUNGSELEMENT AN SPIEGELN FUER SOLAR-REFLEKTOREN

Thermosolar- Raffinerie auf Teleskopspiegel Linsenbasis

Es ist ein Spiegeltisch zu verwenden.1.1. Der Spiegeltisch ist drehbar auf einem Drehkranz zu lagern.1.2. Der Spiegeltisch ist in der Aufsicht rund und in der Seitenansicht dreieckig zu konstruieren.1.3. Der Spiegeltisch ist mit kreisförmigen Stahlträgern zu konstruieren.1.4. Der Spiegeltisch ist durch eine fachwerkartige Verstrebung zu stabilisieren.1.5. Der Spiegeltisch ist auf dem Drehkranz dem horizontalen Lauf der Sonne nachzuführen.1.6. Bei größeren Anlagen ist der Spiegeltisch in einem spitzen Winkel zu konstruieren.

Receiversystem für eine Fresnel-Solaranlage

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Receiversystem (104, 204) für eine Fresnel-Solaranlage (100) mit einem eine Längsrichtung definierenden Absorberrohr (108, 208) und einer zur Längsrichtung parallelen Spiegelanordnung (112, 212) mit einem spiegelsymmetrischen Kurvenprofil mit wenigstens einem obenliegenden Scheitelpunkt zur Konzentration von Lichtstrahlen auf das Absorberrohr. Die Spiegelanordnung (112, 212) weist im Bereich des Scheitelpunktes angeordnete Lüftungsöffnungen auf.

Sonnenkollektormodul mit einer lichtleitenden Röhre

Die Erfindung betrifft ein konzentrierendes Sonnenkollektormodul (1), das dazu ausgebildet ist, die tages- und jahreszeitlich bedingt in unterschiedlichen Höhenwinkeln (α) und in unterschiedlichen Azimutwinkeln (γ) einfallenden, annähernd parallelen Strahlen (Sp) der Sonne auf ein Empfängerelement (2) zu bündeln. Das Sonnenkollektormodul (1) besteht aus einem ersten Konzentratorelement (10), das die parallelen Strahlen (Sp) der Sonne als gebündelte Strahlen (Sg) mit einem Fokussierwinkel (α') auf eine Brennlinie (f) fokussiert und aus einem von einer um die Brennlinie (f) revolvierenden Prismenröhre (11) gebildeten Umlenkelement, das die gebündelten Strahlen (Sg) als umgelenkte Strahlen (Su) in ein zweites, innerhalb der Prismenröhre (11) angeordnetes, von einer lichtleitenden Röhre (12) gebildetes Konzentratorelement mit einer Verspiegelung (120), einer Längsseite (121) und Stirnseiten (122) einkoppelt. Die Prismenröhre (11) ist konzentrisch und koaxial zu der Brennlinie (f) angeordnet ...

MIKROSPIEGELARRAY

Solar tracking arrangement for solar power system - has deflection mechanism coupled to passive thermo-hydraulic drive

The system has at least one deflection mechanism (1) which pivots about an axis to track the sun's position to deflect incident sunlight onto a receiver and which has an adjustment mechanism (4). The adjustment mechanism has a passive drive (6) controlled by a sensor (61) which responds to changes in the angle of incidence of sunlight. The drive is coupled to the deflection mechanism via a transmission arrangement (5) with a defined transmission ratio. The passive drive mechanism can be of the thermo-hydraulic type. ADVANTAGE - Has simplified drive mechanism which does not require additional manual or electronically controlled adjustment devices.

Abdeckung von Solarzellen

Verfahren zur Abschattung von Solarzellen, die mit konzentriertem Sonnenlicht bestrahlt werden, um Überhitzung zu vermeiden.

Solar system for converting solar electromagnetic radiation energy into electrical energy, has absorber arranged parallel to rotation axes of reflectors in center of module, and solar cells arranged in rows

The system (1) has a module (3) with reflectors (2, 2') that divert incident sunlight (6, 8) in a direction of an absorber (12). The reflectors of the module are adjusted in a temporally changing sun position by a tracking mechanism (20) at an angle around rotation axes parallel to each other for uniaxial tracking of the reflectors. The absorber is arranged parallel to the rotation axes of the reflectors in center of the module. Solar cells (11) e.g. rear side-contacted silicon solar cells, are arranged in rows, and the sunlight is concentrated by the reflectors, on the solar cells.

Solar ray concentration system for a power generation system

THERMALLY EFFICIENT ROOF

The roof of a building or greenhouse has a sawtooth configuration and double sided reflective panels to direct sunlight 2 through the transparent portion 4 and down into the building. The reflective panels can be moveable to close over the transparent portion 4 of the roof for nighttime use. The double sided reflective panels can be of glass quilt having aluminium foil overlaid with glass on both sides. ...

Dual mode solar heat collector and heat dissipation unit

A dual mode combined solar heat collector and air conditioning heat dissipation unit comprises a system of blinds which move in response to a diverter valve between heat collection and heat radiation modes. The blinds are silvered on a front surface and blackened on a rear surface to ensure that heat gain or loss is maximized, according to the mode of operation. In heat collection mode, a front blind 1 is set in an open position so that it aligns with the lowest position of the sun whilst a rear blind 5 is set in a closed position so that it reflects radiant heat back to a panel 4. As the sun rises higher in the sky, the silvered surface of the front blind reflects solar radiation on to the blackened surface of the panel. In heat dissipation (air conditioning) mode, the front blind is angled so that incident sunlight is reflected. A motor or solenoid 6 operates through a crank to open the rear blind in the same way as the front blind. The diverter valve is switched so that heat collected ...

Heliostat with optical control by means of rotating mirror

SOLAR HEATING DEVICE

... 1535960 Solar heat collectors R J A EVANS 22 April 1977 [22 April 1976] 16266/76 Heading F4U A solar heater for a liquid or gas is formed from a flexible walled container 1, e.g. of butyl rubber, the fluid passing from an inlet 4 to an outlet 5 in a sinuous path formed by external deforming means 9 which may be metal bars, wooden slats or the like which rest on the upper surface of the container. Thermal insulation 11 beneath the container, an adjustable solar reflector 14, glazing 13, and an enclosure 3 about the container may be provided.

System, method and apparatus for solar heated manufacturing

Linear fresnel light condensation device with highmultiplying power

Solar energy collection system

PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER GENERATION DEVICE AND METHOD USING OPTICAL BEAM UNIFORMLY CONDENSED BY USING PLANE MIRRORS AND COOLING METHOD BY DIRECT CONTACT

Device for heating with solar energy.

Device for heating with solar energy, which device contains at least one mirror construcion (1)which is mounted on a frame (3)in a movable manner and which be directed towards the sun, and at least one collector (4)extending parallel to the mirror construction (1)in order to collect the solar radiation reflected by the mirror construction (1), characterized in that the mirror construction (1)contains a number of almost flat mirror strips (2)extending next to one another in the longitudinal direction of the collector (4)and which are each provided on the frame (3)such that they can rotate around their longitudinal direction, whereas the collector (4)is stationary in relation to the frame (3), whereby the mirror strips (2)are situated in an almost horizontal plane with their axes of rotation, whereby the device contains means (16)to rotate the mirror strip (2)and the mirroring surface of the mirror strips (2)such that the solar rays coming in on said surface can be reflected towards the collector ...

fresnel solar collector arrangement

Solar energy collection system

A support structure for multiple heliostats

An improved solar dryer with enhanced efficiency of drying

Adenovirus serotype 26 and serotype 35 filovirus vaccines

System, method and apparatus for solar heated manufacturing

Linear fresnel light condensation device with highmultiplying power

Fresnel solar collector arrangement.

A device for collecting solar energy

Solar cooker with triple glazing provided with four external reflectors.

Spherical solar collector, with simplified structure.

Process and installation for the water recovery of the atmospheric air.

Device for heating with solar energy.

Mirror focalisator with adjustable focusing.

Collector of solar energy and installation making application of this collector.

Heliostat.

An improved solar dryer with enhanced efficiency of drying

A device for collecting solar energy

Device for heating with solar energy

fresnel solar collector arrangement

A support structure for multiple heliostats

Adenovirus serotype 26 and serotype 35 filovirus vaccines

PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER GENERATION DEVICE AND METHOD USING OPTICAL BEAM UNIFORMLY CONDENSED BY USING PLANE MIRRORS AND COOLING METHOD BY DIRECT CONTACT

SOLAR POWER COLLECTOR

SCHATTIERUNGSEINRICHTUNG

SOLARKOLLEKTOR

STEUERUNG EINZELNER SPIEGEL EINES SONNENKRAFTWERKES

SONNENKOLLEKTOR

SOLAR POWER COLLECTOR

Cleaning process and cleaning apparatus

FRESNEL SOLAR HEAT COLLECTOR ARRANGEMENT

WARMWASSER-KOLLEKTORVORRICHTUNG

Warmwasser-Kollektorvorrichtung mit einem Modul (10), welches im Querschnitt leicht konisch u-förmig ist, mit je einem zur Sonneneinstrahlung geneigtem vorderen kurzen u-Schenkel, einem hinteren längerem u-Schenkel und einem beide Schenkel verbindenden Boden, auf dem ein mit Wasser durchströmter Behälter unter einem strahlungsdurchlässigen horizontalen Abdeckung (18, 20) in der Höhe des oberen Endes des vorderen u-Schenkels vorhanden ist, wobei zwischen den beiden oberen Enden der beiden u-Schenkel sich eine um etwa 45o zur Horizontalen geneigten ebenfalls strahlendurchlässigen Abdeckung (26) erstreckt und die Innenwand des hinteren u-Schenkels verspiegelt ist.

SELF-REGULATING SOLAR WINDOW DEVICE

Solar module system of the parabolic concentrator type

Heliostat facet

Heliostat facet configured from a flat structure comprising a central section (1) and a peripheral section (2) comprising first (3) and second sides (4), being both sections 5 linked together by a plurality of arms (5, 6), which starting from the central section (1) radially run towards the peripheral section (2) taking as reference the geometrical centre (7) of the facet. In at least three of the arms (5, 6), there are support points (15) of the facet in the corresponding heliostat support (16). The arms (5,6) comprise first arms (5) which are arranged from the central section (1) to the peripheral section (2) 10 running in a divergent manner and at least two couples of second arms (6) which starting from the central section (1) run to the peripheral section (2), the arms (6) of each couple radially running in a convergent manner. At - A - 214 21' ...

Solar energy reflector array

Solar heat collecting system

A solar heat collecting system includes a collecting mirror (1), a receiver (3), an electrical control unit for controlling the collecting mirror (1) to track the sun, a projection mirror disposed coaxially and integrally with the collecting mirror and the focus of which is 5 coincident with that of the collecting mirror (1), a through hole (11) disposed at the collecting mirror (1) and the size of which is larger than that of the light spot of the projection mirror (2) and far smaller than the through hole of the collecting mirror (1), and a reflecting mirror (5) disposed at the side of the collecting mirror (1) opposite to the projection mirror (2). The reflecting mirror (5), the collecting mirror (1), and the projection 10 mirror (2) form a mirror assembly, and the receiver (3) is fixedly disposed at the extending direction of the primary optical axis line of the reflecting mirror (5). A first motor, disposed at the primary optical axis line for driving the whole mirror assembly to rotate ...

Lenses formed by arrays of reflectors

Mini-optics solar energy concentrator

Solar concentrator comprising flat mirrors oriented north-south and a cylindrical-parabolic secondary mirror having a central absorber

The invention relates to a solar power concentrator (CSP) formed by a series of long flat (Fresnel-type) mirrors oriented in a north-south direction, each mirror having a single east-west axis of rotation, tracking the height of the sun. Together the mirrors reflect the light throughout the day towards a single cylindrical-parabolic mirror which concentrates the solar radiation onto a small area close to the focal line of the parabola on which an absorber is located that heats fluids and/or generates electricity.

Linear Fresnel light concentrating device with high multiplying power

A linear Fresnel light condensation device (1, 101, 102, 103) with a high multiplying power comprises a reflector field (2), and a receiving device (3). The reflector field (2) comprises a plurality of arrays of one-dimensional linear convergence reflector strips (4); the linear receiving device (3) is arranged parallel to the reflector strip (4), and is arranged with a secondary optical light condensation device inside, the height value of the receiving device (3) exceeds half of the width value of the field, so as to obtain a high primary convergence light condensation multiplying power and a high secondary convergence light condensation multiplying power, thereby implementing a high total convergence light condensation multiplying power. High multiplying power light condensation in low cost can be achieved, and at the same time the severe problem such as low light condensation efficiency caused by the extinction, the tolerance rate and the shielding rate and the problem of inconvenience ...

Solar power station

Disclosed is a solar power station, comprising a first light-receiving device (110) having a substantially planar first working surface (111), a second light-receiving device (120) having a second working surface (121) substantially perpendicular to the first working surface, and a first drive mechanism (130). The first and second working surfaces are configured so that sunlight (SS) strikes the first working surface after passing through the second working surface or passes through the first working surface and then strikes the second working surface. The second light-receiving device is fixed on the first drive mechanism. The first drive mechanism is used to drive the second working surface to move or rotate relative to the first working surface according to the movement of the sun. The substantially vertical light-receiving device is centralized and configured to follow the sun by the first drive mechanism, making the overall structure and configuration of the solar power station simpler ...

SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM WITH CONCENTRATING LENS

SOLAR ENERGY COLLECTOR APPARATUS

Devices for supplying autarkic buildings

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR THE RECOVERY OF WATER FROM ATMOSPHERIC AIR

TUBULAR SOLAR ENERGY COLLECTION SYSTEM UTILIZING AIR MEDIA

SOLAR POWER STATION

Disclosed is a solar power station, comprising a first light-receiving device (110) having a substantially planar first working surface (111), a second light-receiving device (120) having a second working surface (121) substantially perpendicular to the first working surface, and a first drive mechanism (130). The first and second working surfaces are configured so that sunlight (SS) strikes the first working surface after passing through the second working surface or passes through the first working surface and then strikes the second working surface. The second light-receiving device is fixed on the first drive mechanism. The first drive mechanism is used to drive the second working surface to move or rotate relative to the first working surface according to the movement of the sun. The substantially vertical light-receiving device is centralized and configured to follow the sun by the first drive mechanism, making the overall structure and configuration of the solar power station simpler ...

SOLAR POWER STATION

Disclosed is a solar power station, comprising a first light-receiving device (110) having a substantially planar first working surface (111), a second light-receiving device (120) having a second working surface (121) substantially perpendicular to the first working surface, and a first drive mechanism (130). The first and second working surfaces are configured so that sunlight (SS) strikes the first working surface after passing through the second working surface or passes through the first working surface and then strikes the second working surface. The second light-receiving device is fixed on the first drive mechanism. The first drive mechanism is used to drive the second working surface to move or rotate relative to the first working surface according to the movement of the sun. The substantially vertical light-receiving device is centralized and configured to follow the sun by the first drive mechanism, making the overall structure and configuration of the solar power station simpler ...

A DEVICE FOR COLLECTING SOLAR ENERGY

... ? solar energy collector comprising a set of two or more reflectors reflecting sunrays at the focal line; a receiver of reflected rays placed at the focal line; and means to move the said set of reflectors along a non- parabolic concave curve. The said non-parabolic concave curve with reference to the focal line is defined by the formula : x2 + y2 = constant (k) y where x and y are the co-ordinates of a point on the said non-parabolic concave curve, in the co-ordinate system, having X axis horizontal, Y axis vertical and the origin of said co-ordinate system on the focal line. The said focal line is perpendicular to the X-Y plane and wherein each of the said reflectors intersects said non-parabolic concave curve.

COMBINATION SOLAR AND COMBUSTION HEATER

Substituting a solar concentrator for a conventional burner for heating is desirable. However, the sun's energy is diurnal and cannot be counted upon even during daylight hours. To ensure heating is available, a backup conventional combustor can be provided. According to the present disclosure, a heat exchanger element of the heater assembly is directly acted upon by solar rays via a solar concentrator and by combustion. The heat exchanger acts as the combustion holder. Fuel provided to the outside of the heat exchanger is adjusted based on the demanded for heating and the amount of insolation achieved via the solar concentrator. The heat exchanger can be part of a conventional heater or a heat pump for heating water or air.

Appareil permettant d'échauffer une masse liquide sous l'influence du rayonnement solaire.

Portable and autonomous solar heat-generator for heating a liquid

The flat collector (1) of a solar heat-generator is equipped with two mirrors (2, 3) which can be oriented so as to increase the flow of solar energy which is incident upon it. It is connected to a tank (6) which is arranged at a higher level to ensure the gravitational circulation of the heat-transfer fluid in the heat exchanger contained therein. The tank (6) can moreover be connected to the tube for cold water, under pressure, which brings about the outlet of the hot water when required. The whole is supported by collapsible supports (7, 10). Since the mirrors and the collector are also collapsible, the assembly is very compact in transport. ...

SOLAR COLLECTOR WITH SUN SUBSEQUENT MEANS.

Multielement solar energy fluid heater

Solar energy heater for heating a fluid, comprises a metallic case containing several element. At the front a transparent sheet is supported on a wooden frame thus enclosing a space in which the "greenhouse" effect occurs. Behind the space is a black cellular absorption surface, the back face of which is fixed to a reservoir.The reservoir is provided with an inlet and outlet and the fluid which passes through it carries with it the heat that has been collected. Behind this reservoir is a second sealed reservoir which stores-heat. This is backed by a polished metallic sheet.The system gives a maximum yield of captured solar energy. It also provides heat storage for use at times when there is no sun.

Element for solar energy recovery

Process for recovering and utilising solar for heating uses solar collectors with reflectors. The heat absorbing surfaces are subjected both to direct radiation and reflected radiation. A heat transfer medium heated in the collector is fed to a point of use at a controlled rate.The collector gives direct heating of the heat transfer medium with controlled flow to the point. The use of reflectors ensures max. absorption of energy throughout the year.

DEVICE FOR CAPTURING AND CONCENTRATING SOLAR ENERGY AND FOR FOCUSING CONVERTER APPARATUS COMPRISING THE DEVICE.

Reflector for concentrating solar energy on a stationary absorber

Mounted pivotably in a frame (3, 4, 5) is a number of lamellae (2). Each of the lamellae comprises a mirrored glass strip (27) and a pipe (28) supporting the latter. The ends of the glass strip and of the pipe are in each case anchored firmly in an endpiece (29, 30). A steel pin (33) extends through one endpiece (29), projects into a bore (37) of one frame part and forms the pivot axis of one end of the lamella. The other endpiece (30) has a cylindrical projection (39) which projects into the other frame part (5). Mounted pivotably on a support wall (43) of the other frame part (5) are levers (22'). Each lever has a recess (60) for receiving the cylindrical projection. Each lamella is rotationally connected to one of the levers via a slip clutch (56, 57, 64). One end of all levers is connected in an articulated manner to a rail (42). The entire adjusting mechanism is arranged in the interior of the frame part and consequently fully protected against damage, weathering atmospheric influences ...

Solar collector for heating a heat-transfer medium

The heat losses of this solar collector can be eliminated to a great extent. The lost heat (E3) flowing off from the hot absorber (1) is used to preheat the heat-transfer medium (7), before the latter is guided to the absorber (1) for reheating. It is in this case recovered as useful heat. A heat exchanger is to this end mounted upstream of the absorber (1) on the incoming-radiation side. Its ducts (8) guide the heat-transfer medium (7) counter to the lost heat flow (E3). Under correct conditions, the heat transport capacity of the heat-transfer medium (7) is great enough in order to be capable of absorbing to a great extent the lost heat (E3) by heat exchange and supplying it to the absorber (1) as useful heat. The invention makes possible the construction of flat collectors with great output efficiency and, especially with ray concentration, high operating temperatures. ...

Linear concentrator for use in solar energy concentration power plant, has cylindro-parabolic mirror whose curved profile reflects rays obtained from plane mirror by progressively concentrating rays towards downstream focal point

The concentrator has a plane mirror whose curved profile reflects incident light rays radially towards an optical axis, with or without concentration effect. A cylindro-parabolic mirror is situated in a half-space same as that of the plane mirror, and is defined by an optical plane. The cylindro-parabolic mirror has a curved profile that reflects the rays obtained from the plane mirror by progressively concentrating the rays towards a focal point, situated on the optical axis, downstream from the concentrator.

Solar plant.

Eine Solaranlage in Gestalt einer Photovoltaikanlage besitzt eine Mehrzahl von in einem Abstand voneinander angeordneten Solarmodulen (11). In einem Abstand zu den Solarmodulen (11) sind zusätzlich bewegliche Reflektorelemente (19) angeordnet, die der Reflexion der Sonnenstrahlung dienen und so ausgerichtet sind, dass aufgefangene Sonnenstrahlung mindestens teilweise auf die Empfängerfläche eines benachbarten Solarmoduls (11) projiziert ist.

Solar collector for solar system, has reflector arrangement with elongated concave mirror shape reflector elements, which are arranged in operating condition along curved surfaces and so define converge-parabola-run reflector

The collector (1) has a longitudinal heat radiation sensor (2) that is provided for an assembly in north-south-direction. A reflector arrangement (6) is provided for assembly at a longitudinal side of the sensor. The reflector arrangement has elongated reflector elements (5, 5') that are designed in a concave mirror shape and separately rotatably arranged according to a position of a sun. The reflector elements are arranged in an operating condition along curved surfaces (8, 8 ') and so define a converge-parabola-run reflector.

GENERATION OF PHOTOELECTRIC POWER BY USING LIGHT BEAM, UNIFORMLY OF CONDENSABLE BY USE OF FLAT MIRRORS AND METHOD COOLING RIGHT CONTACT

Combined solar and combustion heater

DEVICE OF CONCENTRATION INTENDS TO COLLECT AND FOCUS Solar energy

Solar mirror grouping resistant to wind distortion - has parallel deflectors behind mirrors equalising air pressure

Solar energy collector - has heat transfer tubes integral with receptor screen and glass shutters and double-faced mirrors, maximising collecting power

REFLECTORS OF RADIATION, IN PARTICULAR REFLECTORS SOLAR, BEAM, MANUFACTORING PROCESS Of a BACK SUPPORT FOR SUCH REFLECTORS AND MANUFACTORING PROCESS Of a HELIOSTAT

CONCENTRATING COLLECTOR LINEAR MOVABLE BLADES.

TUBULAR APPARATUS OF USING COLLECTING Of SOLAR ENERGY OF the AIR LIKE FLUID Of HEAT EXCHANGE

HELIOSTAT

Moving mirror installation for solar-powered boiler - with mirror surface formed by reflective webs guided over orientable frames on successive supports running in trains

Variable-angle solar mirror - has joists mounted to pattern corresponding to mirror curvature and secured by studs

Linear solar collector with multi-blade reflector and fixed collector - uses reflector in near vertical flat panel to concentrate solar radiation onto stationary linear collector

Shadow zone lighting device for commercial or publicity purpose, has mirror actuated by two motors controlled by vertical and horizontal sensors, each sensor including photo electric cells positioning mirror according to solar rays

Dispositif pour éclairer une zone se trouvant à l'ombre en réfléchissant les rayons du soleil. L'invention consiste en un dispositif permettant à un miroir de suivre la course du soleil tout en s'orientant automatiquement vers un point se trouvant dans l'ombre et défini à l'avance afin de le faire bénéficier des rayons du soleil. Il est constitué d'un miroir (1) mu par deux moteurs électrique (2) lui permettant de se déplacer en site et en azimut qui sont pilotés à l'aide de cellules photoélectriques (4) (5) commandant un circuit électronique simple, le tout pouvant être alimenté de façon autonome par des cellules photovoltaïques (9). Le dispositif, selon l'invention, est destiné à l'amélioration de l'éclairage de locaux, à la mise en valeur d'un point remarquable situé à l'ombre ou à la production d'effets visuels.

THERMAL SOLAR PANEL HAS HIGH OUTPUT

Le panneau solaire thermique (10) comprend au moins un élément de collecte thermique (18) destiné à recevoir des rayons solaires. Il comporte un logement (20) pour l'élément de collecte thermique (18), ce logement (20) étant délimité par des parois (22, 24, 26) entourant l'élément de collecte thermique (18). Au moins l'une de ces parois (22, 24, 26) comporte au moins une zone réfléchissante agencée en regard de l'élément de collecte thermique (18), cette zone réfléchissante étant propre à réfléchir un rayonnement thermique émis par l'élément de collecte thermique (18).

SERVO SYSTEM OF the REFLECTORS Of a COMPACT LINEAR CONCENTRATOR

L'invention concerne des évolutions apportées au système d'asservissement d'un concentrateur solaire composé de plusieurs réflecteurs linéaires pivotants sur 90 degrés, et renvoyant les rayons réfléchis par ces réflecteurs vers une cible linéaire fixe. Le dispositif décrit est particulièrement étudié pour permettre la compacité, et la maintenance du concentrateur. Il est constitué d'un bloc de contrôle (1), une structure de guidage principale (10), plusieurs bras primaires (11), plusieurs structures de guidage secondaires (12), plusieurs bras secondaires (13), plusieurs axes (14). Le dispositif selon l'invention à pour objectif de permettre la réalisation d'un concentrateur solaire linéaire compact intégrable.

THE PASSIVE SOLAR ENERGY RADIATING PANEL

La présente invention concerne un dispositif pour chauffer de manière passive l'intérieur d'un bâtiment grâce à la transmission du rayonnement énergétique solaire direct et par réverbération traversant le dispositif. Il est constitué d'un panneau rayonnant (1) pré-percé de trous (2) sur toute sa surface, positionné parallèlement à une paroi vitrée (9) en double vitrage avec une lame d'air (10) entre les deux éléments. Le panneau rayonnant (1) est de couleur sombre (noir) coté paroi vitré (9) en double vitrage, le panneau rayonnant s'adapte sur un cadre de support réflecteurs (3) avec ces 4 vis (11) de fixation, où sur la partie extérieur du support réflecteur (3) se trouve 4 faces réflectrices (4,5,6,7) ayant des angles ouverts sur l'extérieur. Ces variantes sont destinées à faciliter et adapter l'utilisation du dispositif de panneau rayonnant décrit dans l'invention ci-dessus. Le dispositif selon l'invention est particulièrement destiné à tout type de bâtiment et habitation destinés à ...

SOLAR HEAT COLLECTOR WITH LINEAR REFLECTOR

Collecteur de chaleur solaire (1) à réflecteur linéaire (3) comprenant une charpente (2) définissant une surface horizontale (2d) recevant au moins un réflecteur linéaire (3) avec capacité de rotation autour de son axe central longitudinal, ledit réflecteur (3) étant apte à suivre la trajectoire solaire et à focaliser le rayonnement du soleil sur un récepteur (4) destiné à transférer la chaleur produite par le rayonnement solaire à un fluide caloporteur, ledit récepteur (4) étant agencé de manière horizontale, au droit du réflecteur (3) parallèlement à celui-ci. Selon l'invention, le collecteur (1) comprend une structure formant toiture (5) recouvrant l'ensemble des éléments réflecteur (3), récepteur (4), et de suivi de la trajectoire solaire, et les pans (5c, 5d) et les parois latérales (5b) de la toiture (5) sont vitrés.

Solar heat collecting system

A solar heat collecting system includes a collecting mirror, a receiver, an electrical control unit for controlling the collecting mirror to track the sun, a projection mirror disposed coaxially and integrally with the collecting mirror and the focus of which is coincident with that of the collecting mirror, a through hole disposed at the collecting mirror and the size of which is larger than that of the light spot of the projection mirror and far smaller than the through hole of the collecting mirror, and a reflecting mirror disposed at the side of the collecting mirror opposite to the projection mirror. The receiver is fixedly disposed at the extending direction of the primary optical axis line of the reflecting mirror. A first motor, disposed at the primary optical axis line for driving the whole mirror assembly, is connected to the electrical control unit and runs under control thereof.

Low Cost Focussing System Giving High Concentrations

There is disclosed a focussing system for concentrating radiation onto a target surface, comprising: a first reflective element forming part of the surface of a cone axially aligned along a first alignment axis, the first reflective element being positioned such that when planar radiation is incident on the first reflective element in a direction parallel to the first alignment axis, the planar radiation is focussed towards a first focus lying along the first alignment axis, wherein said part of the surface of a cone is contained within a sector having an included angle of less than 180 degrees; and a second reflective element having a reflective surface that at all points is flat in a direction parallel to a single reference direction, the second reflective element being positioned between the first reflective element and the first focus such that, when planar radiation is incident on the first reflective element in a direction parallel to the first alignment axis, radiation reflected from the first reflective element onto the second reflective element is focussed towards a second focus. A multiple target focussing system comprising a plurality of focussing systems, solar powered systems using focussing systems, kits, telescopes, defocussing light sources, and methods for assembling focussing systems are also disclosed.

Central receiver solar system comprising a heliostat field

The aim of the invention is to build central receiver solar power plants in which the heliostat fields can be used more efficiently. To achieve said aim, a heliostat field consisting of a near field having a uniform reflector surface density ρ of more than 60% is preferably combined with a far field whose reflector surface density ρ decreases as the distance from the receiver increases. The invention also comprises central receiver solar power plants which consist exclusively of a near field having a uniform reflector surface density ρ of more than 60%. The high reflector surface density ρ in the near field and in areas of the far field is achieved by the use of heliostats having rectangular reflectors and a rigid horizontal axle suspension (FHA) or, alternatively, by heliostats having rectangular reflectors and a rigid quasipolar axle suspension (FQA). The heliostat field concentrates the solar radiation on a receiver whose target surface, aperture, thermal absorber or photovoltaic absorber has a normal vector which is directed downward to the heliostat field that extends below the receiver in the directions North, East, South and West. The receiver is mounted in a suspended manner to a support structure that extends over the heliostat field.

Linearly concentrating solar collector and method for reflector tracking in such a solar collector

The basis for the function of a linearly concentrating solar collector lies, in simple terms, in the fact that reflectors reflect incident sunlight onto a receiver tube through which a heat-absorbing medium flows. Owing to the rotation of the Earth, the reflectors need to be adjusted regularly, however, in order to ensure that the sunlight hits the receiver tube. Known tracking methods use calculated positions of the sun for this purpose, which, in the case of structural deviations, for example as a result of expansion and material stress, results in inaccuracies and losses in efficiency. The invention is intended to improve the tracking of the reflectors in such a linearly concentrating solar collector. This is achieved by virtue of the fact that the radiation intensity in the region on both sides next to the receiver tube is measured and, by means of regulation, in the case of uneven emission on both sides of the receiver tube, the reflectors are tracked to such an extent that the radiation intensity on both sides of the receiver is the same and thus the maximum of the radiation intensity is on the receiver tube.

Features for securing tape to annular band

A tracking band comprises a magnetic tape and mounting tabs that secure the magnetic tape within a band clamp. The mounting tabs protrude radially inwardly toward a center region defined by the band clamp. The magnetic tape is precision-coded with a sequence of magnetic poles. The tracking band may be disposed within an annular recess of a rotating shaft of a heliostat. The tracking band may rotate with the rotating shaft. The shaft may be coupled with a minor such that the minor and rotating shaft rotate concurrently. As the tracking band rotates with the rotating shaft, the tracking band may pass by an encoder head, which may read the magnetic tape and relay information regarding the angular position of the mirror from the magnetic tape to a control system. The tracking band may thus provide altitude and azimuth position information for the mirror to a control system.

Solar receiver

A solar receiver having a radiation capturing element for capturing solar radiation passing through a radiation receiving aperture into a cavity formed by the radiation capturing element, the aperture having a first diameter and the cavity having cylindrical walls of a second diameter, the second diameter being larger than the first diameter, preferably about twice as large. Furthermore, the length of the cavity is greater than the first diameter, preferably about twice as great.

Solar heat collecting pipe

[Problem] To present a solar heat collecting pipe capable of enhancing the heat collecting efficiency by suppressing the dissipation of energy transmitted to the heat medium passing through the inside of an inner pipe. [Solving Means] In the solar heat collecting pipe 1 including the inner pipe 11 for receiving sunlight collected by the light collecting mechanism 2, and transmitting energy to the heat medium 14 passing through the inside, and the outer pipe 12 covering the outer circumference of the inner pipe 11, a solar heat absorbing film 11 a is applied in a portion exposed to sunlight of the inner pipe 11 of the solar heat collecting pipe 1 (the portion exposed to the reflected light of the sunlight at least on the surface of the inner pipe 11, and a heat reflecting film 11 b is applied in a portion not exposed to sunlight from the light collecting mechanism 2.

Solar concentrator assembly

The present invention provides a solar concentrator assembly comprising a non-imaging dish concentrator and a photovoltaic receiver for the application of concentrator photovoltaic system that provides uniform solar flux, matches the square or rectangular solar images to the square or rectangular dimension of the photovoltaic receiver and produces high solar concentration ratio. The present invention also provides a solar concentrator assembly that is cost effective and has simpler mechanical structure.

Receiver module for solar power station with in-built thermal monitoring

A receiver module for a solar power station receiver, including a metal structure and an absorber module, the metal structure defining a cavity extending along a longitudinal axis in a base of which the absorber module is housed. The cavity includes an aperture configured to be aligned towards at least one mirror of the solar power station, the aperture is edged by two side portions of the metal structure extending longitudinally on either side of the cavity. The receiver module also includes thermocouples positioned on each of the side portions relative to the longitudinal axis to detect a temperature difference between a reference temperature and two points of the metal structure that are opposite relative to the longitudinal axis.

Concentrating Solar Energy Collector

Systems, methods, and apparatus by which solar energy may be collected to provide heat, electricity, or a combination of heat and electricity are disclosed herein.

Heliostat Repositioning System and Method

A system and method for providing real time control of a heliostat array or CPV/PV module that reduces actuation cost, the disclosure reduces the fixed cost of calibrating and repositioning an individual surface. This simultaneously removes the core engineering assumption that drives the development of large trackers, and enables a system and method to cost effectively track a small surface. In addition to lower initial capital cost, a small heliostat or solar tracker can be pre-assembled, mass-produced, and shipped more easily. Smaller mechanisms can also be installed with simple hand tools and do not require installers to rent expensive cranes or installation equipment.

SOLAR WATER HEATER WITH GLAZED FLAT-PLATE COLLECTOR

The present invention relates to a solar water heater (SWH) for producing hot water for domestic use, said SWH is inspired from the thermosiphon SWH to manufacture an SWH more efficient in winter and in summer. It is made up of two hot water storage tanks () () mounted in series in order to have an operating temperature as stable as possible, equipped with a guidance system for heating incoming cold water by passing through the collectors before entering the hot water storage tank (-) (-), a solar collector receiving solar radiation through its twin transparent faces () (), stainless steel sheet mirrors that reflect the solar radiation applied to the collector through its rear transparent face () and a low energy consumption integrated circulator for gaining heat by cancelling out load losses that characterize the resistances to the passage of water in the SWH circuit (). 1. Solar water heater (SWH) is used to heat water by solar energy for domestic use containing:{'b': 17', '18', '22', '19', '17', '22', '18', '21', '20', '27, 'A domestic hot water storage part consisting of two storage tanks mounted in series () () () instead of a single tank (commonly used), to ensure the stability of the hot water temperature during the use, the hot water leaving the collector () enters the first tank () through its ‘cold water inlet’, the second tank () is supplied with water by the ‘hot water outlet’ of the first tank (), the ‘hot water outlet’ of the second tank () is reserved for use. The collector () is supplied with cold water to be heated by the ‘cold water inlet’ () of the second tank.'}{'b': 20', '35', '36', '35', '36, 'A heating part consisting of a solar collector () mounted in series in a closed loop with the two storage tanks, the collector is glazed in his two faces () (), front face towards the sun glazed with glass () and back side with resistive and transparent plastic () to receive more solar radiation on the same absorbing surface and thus increase its ...

SOLAR CONCENTRATOR FOR A TOWER-MOUNTED CENTRAL RECEIVER

A solar concentrator may have a horizontal circular track on the ground, a tower centered on a vertical axis of the track, and a rotatable structure around the track having an upper, concave mounting surface approximating the shape of part of a sphere centered on the top of the tower. Articulated concave mirrors are attached to the rotatable structure, and the mirrors have a focal length approximately equal to the radius of a sphere portion formed by the concave mounting surface. Sunlight is focused at a receiver mounted atop the tower, and the receiver may convert sunlight into thermal or electrical energy. As the position of the Sun changes, sunlight is maintained on the receiver by turning the rotatable structure toward the Sun, turning the receiver about said vertical axis to face the mirrors, and articulating the mirrors toward the receiver in response to the changing elevation of the Sun. 1. A solar concentrator comprising:a horizontal circular track;a tower centered on a vertical axis of said track;a movable mirror support structure, rotatable around said track and having an upper, concave mounting surface configured substantially in a shape of part of a sphere centered on a focal point wherein said focal point is located coincident with a point on said tower;a plurality of articulated concave mirrors mounted on said concave mounting surface of said movable mirror support structure, said mirrors having a focal length substantially equal to a radius of said sphere; anda receiver mounted on the tower at said focal point, said receiver being rotatable about said vertical axis and operative to convert concentrated sunlight into thermal or electrical energy;wherein sunlight is focused onto said receiver by said mirrors throughout a day by rotating said movable mirror support structure around said track to face the sun, by turning said receiver to face said movable mirror support structure, and by articulating said mirrors in response to changing solar elevation.2. ...

ENERGY CONCENTRATING APPARATUS

An energy concentrating apparatus includes: a mounting platform, a mounting support, a rotating support, a reflective mirror, an arc-shaped slide rail, a linking rod, a sliding parts, a drive device, and a pull rope. The mounting support is located on the mounting platform. A rotation shaft of each rotating support is rotatably located on the corresponding mounting support, and a rotation shaft of each reflective mirror is rotatably located on the corresponding rotating support. The arc-shaped slide rail is located on the mounting platform, and the sliding parts is slidably located in the arc-shaped slide rail, the linking rod is connected to the sliding parts and the reflective mirror respectively, and a curvature of the arc-shaped slide rail is different such that the reflective mirror rotates towards a different direction. 1. An energy concentrating apparatus , comprising:a mounting platform and at least one set of mounting supports, wherein each set of the at least one set of the mounting supports is located on the mounting platform;at least one rotating support and at least one reflective mirror, wherein a rotation shaft of each of the at least one rotating support is rotatably located on the corresponding mounting support, a rotation shaft of each of the at least one reflective mirror is rotatably located on the corresponding rotating support, and a shaft axis of the rotation shaft of the reflective mirror is perpendicular to a shaft axis of the rotation shaft of the rotating support such that the reflective mirror is omnidirectionally rotatable on the mounting support;at least one arc-shaped slide rail, at least one linking rod, and at least one sliding parts, wherein each of the at least one arc-shaped slide rail is located on the mounting platform, each of the at least one sliding parts is slidably located in the corresponding arc-shaped slide rail, two ends of each of the at least one linking rod are respectively connected to the corresponding sliding ...

SOLAR LIGHT UTILIZATION APPARATUS AND SOLAR LIGHT UTILIZATION SYSTEM

Provided is a solar collector that captures and utilizes solar energy and includes a plurality of vacuum tubes which are disposed by extending horizontally and are disposed parallel to each other with a predetermined distance; and a reflection plate having a substantially planar shape, which reflects solar light on an opposite side of the sun with respect to the plurality of vacuum tubes, in which the reflection plate includes a reflection surface having a serrated section at a corresponding position between vacuum tubes adjacent to each other, and in the reflection surface, one face of a serration forms a first reflection surface that reflects the solar light to the vacuum tube on a lower side among the vacuum tubes adjacent to each other. 1. A solar light utilization apparatus that captures and utilizes solar energy , comprising:a plurality of solar light utilization devices which extend horizontally and are arranged parallel to each other with a predetermined distance; anda reflection plate having a substantially planar shape, which is provided on an opposite side of the sun with respect to the plurality of solar light utilization devices and reflects solar light, whereinthe reflection plate includes a reflection surface having a serrated section at a corresponding position between solar light utilization devices adjacent to each other and also having a planar reflection surface at a portion corresponding to a back side of the solar light utilization devices, and{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'in the reflection surface, one face of a serration forms a first reflection surface that reflects the solar light to one of the solar light utilization devices adjacent to each other. The solar light utilization apparatus according to , wherein'}{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'in the reflection surface, the other face of the serration forms a second reflection surface that reflects the solar light to the other one of the solar light ...

Finned passive pvt system with adjustable angle insulating reflectors

A photovoltaic-thermal device includes a housing unit, a photovoltaic panel, a fluid collector storage, adjustable angle reflector plates and an absorber plate. The photovoltaic panel is placed within the housing unit and includes a plurality of photoelectric cells. The adjustable angle reflector plates focus and distribute the sunlight on the photovoltaic cells. The fluid collector storage is within the housing unit and configured to store fluid. The absorber plate is within the housing unit between the photovoltaic panel and the fluid collector storage and configured to collect heat by absorbing electromagnetic radiations and to pass the collected heat to the fluid collector. The reflectors may be covered by a light sensor and may automatically close at nights and cloudy times.

System and method for sorbtion distillation

A system for distilling water is disclosed. The system comprises a heat source, and a plurality of open-cycle adsorption stages, each stage comprising a plurality of beds and an evaporator and a condenser between a first bed and a second bed, wherein each bed comprises at least two vapor valves, a plurality of hollow tubes, a plurality of channels adapted for transferring water vapor to and from at least one of the condenser or the evaporator, a thermally conductive water vapor adsorbent, and wherein each vapor valve connects a bed to either the condenser or the evaporator.

Lightweight, Low-Cost Heliostat Mirror for Concentrating Solar Power

Systems and methods are described herein that may be used to form a heliostat. Various reflective surfaces and support structures are described that permit lightweight construction of configurable heliostats. 1. A heliostat , comprising:a plurality of panels comprising a reflective surface; anda support structure for orienting the plurality of panels in a desired configuration relative to each other.2. The heliostat of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of panels comprise:a lightweight base support having a first surface and a second surface opposite the first surface;a metal sheet covering at least a portion of the first surface;a reflective surface on the metal sheet.3. The heliostat of claim 2 , wherein the lightweight base support comprises a rigid foam.4. The heliostat of claim 3 , wherein the reflective surface is a surface of the metal sheet.5. The heliostat of claim 3 , wherein the reflective surface comprises a film on the metal sheet.6. The heliostat of claim 5 , wherein the film comprises a thin polymeric material coated on an outer surface of the metal sheet with a thin layer of reflective material comprising metal.7. The heliostat of claim 3 , further comprising a moisture barrier around at least a portion of the panel.8. The heliostat of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of panels comprises at least three panels including two wing panels and a centerpiece panel.9. The heliostat of claim 8 , wherein the wing panels are mirror opposites on opposing sides of the centerpiece panel.10. The heliostat of claim 9 , wherein the centerpiece panel is shaped to impose a desired orientation of the wing panels relative to the centerpiece panel.11. The heliostat of claim 10 , wherein a width of the centerpiece panel is tapered such that when adjacent edges of the wing panels rest against edges of the centerpiece panel claim 10 , a front face of the wing panel is angled greater than 0 degrees relative to a front face of the centerpiece.12. The heliostat of claim 1 , ...

SOLAR HEAT COLLECTION SYSTEM AND OPERATION METHOD THEREOF

The time for steam generated in a low temperature heating device to reach a saturated steam temperature is reduced a low temperature heating device configured to heat supplied water by using heat of sunlight to generate steam; a steam separation device configured to separate two-phase water-steam fluid generated in the low temperature heating device into water and steam; and a high temperature heating device configured to heat the steam separated in the steam separation device by using heat of sunlight reflected by a plurality of heliostats to generate superheated steam. 19-. (canceled)10. A solar heat collection system comprising:a low temperature heating device configured to heat supplied water by using heat of sunlight to generate steam;a steam separation device configured to separate two-phase water-steam fluid generated in the low temperature heating device into water and steam; anda high temperature heating device configured to heat the steam separated in the steam separation device by using heat of sunlight reflected by a plurality of heliostats to generate superheated steam, wherein a first heat collector including a first heat collecting tube that is linearly disposed and a first reflective member that is linearly disposed in a longitudinal direction of the first heat collecting tube and configured to reflect the sunlight onto the first heat collecting tube, the first heat collector being configured to focus light reflected from the first reflective member onto the first heat collecting tube to heat water flowing in the first heat collecting tube; and', 'a second heat collector including a second heat collecting tube that is linearly disposed, and configured to receive light reflected from at least a part of the plurality of heliostats to heat water flowing in the second heat collecting tube,, 'the low temperature heating device includesthe first heat collector is disposed downstream in a water flow, the second heat collector is disposed upstream, and the ...

Device, system and method for high level of energetic efficiency for the storage and use of thermal energy of solar origin

A device ( 1; 10; 11; 12 ) for storage and transfer of thermal energy associated with an incident solar radiation, which used in a solar plant for the production of energy, based on an optical plant configuration which makes solar radiation converge from above, and comprises: —a containment casing ( 2 ); and—a dual bed ( 31, 32 ) of fluidizable particles received inside the casing ( 2 ) and arranged the one circumscribed to the other one, wherein the casing ( 2 ) has at least one receiving cylindrical cavity ( 20 ) which extends through the bed ( 3 ) of particles and has a open top inlet ( 21 ) for receiving the solar radiation concentrated by a field of heliostats and an open or closed bottom ( 22 ) at the level of the base of the bed of particles, the overall arrangement being such that one of the beds of particles ( 31 ) is arranged in contact with the side skirt ( 23 ) of the cylindrical cavity ( 20 ) for storing thermal energy received from the solar radiation and the other one bed of particles ( 32 ) is arranged in contact with pipe bundles ( 41 ) crossed by the working fluid.

METHOD FOR APPLYING AN UPPER TRANSPARENT PROTECTIVE COATING LAYER TO A REFLECTING STRATIFORM STRUCTURE

The present invention refers to a method for making a reflecting stratiform structure (), configured so as to reflect the incident radiation coming from an upper side with respect to the reflecting stratiform structure (), comprising an upper transparent protective coating layer () configured in that the upper transparent protective coating layer () is applied to the reflecting stratiform structure () through a cross-linking process, which is carried out by cross-linking a polymerisable resin, which will form the upper transparent protective coating layer (), making energy pass through a transparent thermoplastic film (), preferably made of polyethylene terephthalate (PET), so as to cross-link the polymerisable resin. 1. Method for making a reflecting stratiform structure , configured so as to reflect the incident radiation coming from an upper side with respect to said structure , comprising an upper transparent protective coating layer , wherein said upper transparent protective coating layer is applied to said reflecting stratiform structure through a cross-linking process , which is carried out by cross-linking a polymerisable resin , which will form said upper transparent protective coating layer , by passing energy through a transparent thermoplastic film , so as to cross-link said polymerisable resin.2. Method according to claim 1 , wherein said cross-linking process is carried out either through electron beam machining or through ultraviolet machining.3. Method according to claim 1 , wherein said polymerisable resin that will form said upper transparent protective coating layer is applied directly on a transparent thermoplastic film.4. Method according to claim 1 , wherein said method comprises the following steps:a. providing a lower support structure of said reflecting stratiform structure on which to apply said upper transparent protective coating layer;b. applying said polymerisable resin on said lower support structure.5. Method according to claim 4 , ...

Pyramid lamp medallion control for solar thermal power generation system

A method of calibrating a mirror orientation system of a heliostat includes mounting an artificial light source to a heliostat mirror, providing an array of light sensors on a solar thermal tower and positioning the heliostat mirror at a first orientation. A control module is provided a signal indicative of a mirror drive mechanism position at the first mirror orientation. The control module correlates the signal indicative of the mechanism position with an energy distribution across the sensor array as the artificial light source is energized when the mirror is at the first orientation. The drive mechanism moves the mirror to a second orientation and directs artificial light on the sensor array. The drive mechanism position signal is correlated with an energy distribution across the sensor array based on the second mirror orientation. The heliostat is calibrated based on the energy distributions and the drive mechanism position signals.

Solar energy collection antennas

The subject disclosure relates to solar energy collection and use in communications systems and to enhancements thereof. In an aspect, dual function antennas are disclosed that can simultaneously function as an antenna and as a solar energy collection system. In further aspects, disclosed embodiments can focus incident solar radiation to increase output voltage of conventional solar cells. Measured and simulated results demonstrate various aspects of the subject disclosure.

SOLAR SYSTEM FOR ENERGY PRODUCTION

The present invention relates to the utilization of solar energy for generation of electricity and/or production of clean fuels or other chemicals, as a means for long term, transportable storage of inherently intermittent solar energy. 1. An energy generation system , comprising:a solar energy collection arrangement configured and operable for collecting and reflecting concentrated sunlight radiation;a solar energy receiver configured for receiving the concentrated sunlight radiation from said solar energy collection arrangement and converting said concentrated sunlight radiation to thermal energy in a first working fluid;a thermal energy storage unit comprising at least one thermal energy storage module being configured and operable for storing thermal energy;a charging piping arrangement connecting between said solar receiver to said thermal energy storage unit and being configured and operable for carrying a first working fluid transferring heat from said solar receiver to said at least one thermal energy storage module, to thereby enable charging said at least one thermal energy storage module with thermal energy, and carrying said first working fluid back to said solar receiver, after said first working fluid exits said thermal energy storage unit;a power conversion unit configured and operable for accommodating a second working fluid and converting heat delivered by said second working fluid to electricity; anda heat discharging piping arrangement connecting between said thermal energy storage unit to said power conversion unit and being configured and operable for carrying said second working fluid for transferring heat from said at least one thermal energy storage module to said power conversion unit, and carrying said second working fluid back to said at least one thermal energy storage module, after said second working fluid exits said power conversion unit.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein said thermal energy storage unit comprises a plurality of ...

Household solar still with easy operation and maintenance and enhanced output

The invention discloses the design of an improved household solar still with enhanced output and high recovery. The output and recovery are enhanced by (i) aligning the top glass and basin so as to maximize the input solar radiation, (ii) using North-South reflectors in V trough configuration to further raise the incident radiation, (iii) employing metallic condensers on sides to maximize condensation efficiency, (iv) using suitably heated and cooled saline water by taking advantage of ambient temperature differential during a day and using such water as feed water and condenser water respectively. Use of detachable top glass assembly and teflon cork at the bottom allow for easy cleaning of the interior of the still and discharge of concentrate, respectively. The still is also demonstrated to be useful for other applications where, besides producing distilled water, the concentrate is a more value added product than the feed.

AN IMPROVED SYSTEM FOR CONCENTRATING, COLLECTING, AND TRANSMITTING SUNLIGHT

An improved system for concentrating, collecting, and transmitting sunlight, comprises: a first plurality of lens panels that is disposed in at least one location in an origin for collecting sunlight; a central collection point that receives the collected sunlight, said collected sunlight being transmitted from the collection point to at least one concentrating lens, said at least one concentrating lens generating a sharp and strong beam, which is transmitted to a first satellite; a first reflecting portion that reflects the concentrated beam to a second satellite; and a second reflecting portion that reflects the concentrated beam through a second pre-defined distance to an at least one receiver unit, said at least one receiver unit transmitting the sunlight to a receiving point that is disposed in at least one location in the destination for collecting sunlight. The sunlight collected in the destination can be used for various purposes. 1a first plurality of lens panels that is disposed in at least one location in an origin for collecting sunlight, with each lens panel in the first plurality of lens panels being associated with each other to create a network, and to pass on the collected light sequentially;a central collection point that receives the collected sunlight that is transmitted from each lens panel in the first plurality of lenses, said collected sunlight being transmitted from the collection point to at least one concentrating lens;the at least one concentrating lens that concentrates the collected sunlight to generate a sharp and strong beam, which is subsequently transmitted to a first satellite; 'a second reflecting portion that reflects the concentrated beam from the second satellite to an at least one receiver unit; and', 'a first reflecting portion that reflects the concentrated beam from the first satellite to a second satellite, said first satellite and said second satellite forming an angle;'}the at least one receiver unit that comprises a ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SORBTION DISTILLATION

A system for distilling water is disclosed. The system comprises a heat source, and a plurality of open-cycle adsorption stages, each stage comprising a plurality of beds and an evaporator and a condenser between a first bed and a second bed, wherein each bed comprises at least two vapor valves, a plurality of hollow tubes, a plurality of channels adapted for transferring water vapor to and from at least one of the condenser or the evaporator, a thermally conductive water vapor adsorbent, and wherein each vapor valve connects a bed to either the condenser or the evaporator. 1. A distillation system , comprising: a plurality of operatively connected beds; and', 'an evaporator and a condenser operatively connected to a first bed of', 'the plurality of beds and a second bed of the plurality of beds;, 'a plurality of operatively connected open-cycle adsorption stages, each stage comprisinga switchable heat source configured to provide heat to one of the plurality of operatively connected beds in one of the plurality of operatively connected open-cycle adsorption stages only during a first operating phase; anda switchable heat exhaust configured to remove heat from another of the plurality of operatively connected beds in one of the plurality of operatively connected open-cycle adsorption stages only during the first operating phase;wherein each bed comprises at least a first, second, and third vapor valve, at least one hollow tube, at least one channel adapted for transferring water vapor to and from at least one of the condenser or the evaporator, a thermally conductive water vapor adsorbent, andwherein the first vapor valve connects the bed to the condenser, the second vapor valve connects the bed to the evaporator, and the third vapor valve connects a volume inside the hollow tubes of the first bed with a volume inside the hollow tubes of the second bed.2. The distillation system of claim 1 , wherein each evaporator and condenser is shared between the first bed and ...

MIRROR UNIT TRANSPORT DEVICE AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING IN A SOLAR FIELD

To provide an efficient transportation possibility for mirror units which is reliable and cost-effective in equal measure, end panels are first attached to the end faces of the mirror units such that several of the end panels complement one another so as to form a transport device with which the mirror units can be assembled in order to form a transport unit. The end panels form a support frame, which can be anchored in base rails, in a manner similar to a jigsaw puzzle, the support frame allowing a secure and simple transport of multiple mirror units on a narrow space. 11031101112131412111413191211103110141319311017181819. A transport apparatus for mirror units for installation in a solar field , comprising at least one end panel () for attachment to an end face () of a mirror unit () , wherein the end panel () has a first longitudinal edge () having engagement means () and a second longitudinal edge () having counter-engagement means () , and the engagement means () of the first longitudinal edge () interact with the counter-engagement means () of the second longitudinal edge () of a further end panel () having the same construction , wherein the engagement means () of the first longitudinal edge () of the end panel () comprise a back-offset , which ensures that part of the end face () of the mirror unit () remains not covered by the end panel () , and into which the counter-engagement means () of the second longitudinal edge () of an adjacent end panel () having the same construction engage and cover the non-covered part of the end face () of the mirror unit () , wherein the end panel () has two upright edges () having engagement means () , which interact with similar engagement means () of a further end panel () having the same construction and rotated by 180°.21510. The transport apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein a rotation axle or a holder () for a rotation axle is assigned to the end panel ().320211113102024. The transport apparatus according to claim ...

SUPPORT FOR SOLAR MODULES

A support for rotationally movable mounting of solar modules configures an outer shaft as a tube and mounts an inner shaft in it, by way of a calotte element in the end position, so that this element is accommodated in the outer shaft in longitudinally displaceable and tiltable manner, as well as in freely rotational manner, if necessary. In this way, only one roller block is required, even if two uncoupled connection shafts are to be mounted. 1. A support for rotationally movable mounting of solar modules in a solar power plant , the support comprising:(a) a roller block; and(b) a connection shaft mounted on the roller block for connecting adjacent first and second solar modules;wherein the connection shaft is formed in first and second parts and comprises a tubular outer shaft and an inner shaft having a calotte element in an end position; andwherein the calotte element is accommodated in the outer shaft in a tiltable and longitudinally displaceable manner.2. The support according to claim 1 , wherein the roller block has a trough profile comprising first and second shanks; wherein first and second rollers having parallel axes of rotation are disposed between the first and second shanks; and wherein the connection shaft is rotatably mounted between the first and second rollers and contacts both the first roller and the second roller.3. The support according to claim 1 , wherein the calotte element has entrainment elements that project outward claim 1 , for torque-proof mounting in the outer shaft; and wherein the entrainment elements interact with counter-elements on an inner mantle of the outer shaft in a force-fit manner.4. The support according to claim 1 , wherein the calotte element is mounted in the outer shaft so as to rotate.5. The support according to claim 1 , wherein the inner shaft has a first connection plate assigned to a first end of the inner shaft and the outer shaft has a second plate assigned to a second end of the outer shaft opposite to the ...

Solid state solar thermal energy collector

A system for receiving, transferring, and storing solar thermal energy. The system includes a concentrating solar energy collector, a transfer conduit, a thermal storage material, and an insulated container. The insulated container contains the thermal storage material, and the transfer conduit is configured to transfer solar energy collected by the solar energy collector to the thermal storage material through a wall of the insulated container.

CONDENSING DEVICE

Provided is a condensing device, comprising: a mounting platform structure, an energy-collecting structure, mounting frame structures, rotation devices, reflective mirrors, a drive device, guide rails and a telescopic device, wherein the mounting platform structure is capable of tracking east and west angles of the sun and rotates synchronously; and the reflective mirror can rotate in all directions on the mounting frame structure by means of the rotation device; the drive device is provided on the guide rail and may move along the guide rail, the curving radian of each guide rail is different, thereby enabling the rotation direction of each reflective mirror to be different; and the light reflected by the reflective mirror may be reflected onto the energy-collecting structure. 1. A condensing device , comprising:{'b': 1', '5', '2', '1', '5', '1', '2', '1, 'a mounting platform structure (), an energy-collecting structure (), and more than one mounting frame structure (); the mounting platform structure () tracks east and west angles of a sun and rotating synchronously, the energy-collecting structure () located above the mounting platform structure (), and the mounting frame structure () is mounted on the mounting platform structure ();'}{'b': 4', '2', '4', '4', '2, 'more than one rotating device and more than one reflective mirror (); each of the rotating devices are disposed on the corresponding mounting frame structure (), each of the reflective mirrors () are disposed on the corresponding rotating device, and the reflective mirrors () are rotating universally on the mounting frame structure () through the rotating device;'}{'b': 8', '6', '7', '8', '7', '7', '4', '6', '1', '2', '8', '6', '6', '4', '6', '4', '4', '5, 'more than one driving device (), more than one guide rail (), and more than one telescopic device (); each of the driving devices () are disposed on one end of the corresponding telescopic device (), the other end of each of the telescopic devices () ...

HELIOSTAT APPARATUS AND SOLAR POWER GENERATING METHOD

Heliostat apparatus, including frame supporting reflection mirror or solar battery panel, gyro mechanism having elevation angle rotation axis for rotating frame in a north-south direction and azimuth angle rotation axis for rotating it in east-west direction, rotation axes being orthogonal to each other, and support for supporting frame through the gyro mechanism, in which frame, reflection mirror and like are integrally rotated in north-south direction with elevation angle rotation axis as rotation axis and angle of reflection surface of reflection mirror and like in north-south direction is adjusted, frame, reflection mirror and like are integrally rotated in east-west direction with azimuth angle rotation axis as rotation axis and angle of reflection surface of reflection mirror and like in east-west direction is adjusted, and center of gravity of a power generation panel is matched with intersection where elevation and azimuth angle rotation axis of gyro mechanism are orthogonal to each other. 114.-. (canceled)15. A heliostat apparatus including at least one reflection mirror reflecting sunlight or solar battery panel , in which an angle of a reflection surface of the reflection mirror or a panel surface of the solar battery panel is adjusted while causing it to follow movement of the sun , comprising:a frame supporting the reflection mirror or the solar battery panel;a gyro mechanism having an elevation angle rotation axis for rotating the frame in a north-south direction with an east-west direction as an axial direction and an azimuth angle rotation axis for rotating the frame in the east-west direction with the north-south direction as an axial direction, the elevation angle rotation axis and the azimuth angle rotation axis being orthogonal to each other; anda support for supporting the frame through the gyro mechanism, whereinby integrally rotating the frame and the reflection mirror or the solar battery panel in the north-south direction with the elevation ...

SYSTEM TO COLLECT, STORE AND DISTRIBUTE HEAT ENERGY FOR A MULTI-UNIT BUILDING

A system for collecting solar energy to be stored and distributed in a multi-unit building to be used for heat and electricity, comprising one or more solar energy collectors, one or more sunlight concentrating mirrors, photovoltaic panels, a heat mass storage area, and thermos siphoning to distribute heat energy throughout the building in conjunction with radiant heating technology. 1. A system for collecting solar energy to be stored and distributed in a multi-unit building , said energy to be used for heat and electricity , said system comprisingone or more solar energy collectors,one or more sunlight concentrating mirrors,one or more photovoltaic panels,a heat mass storage area, andpipes to provide movement of water between at least two of said one or more solar energy collectors, one or more sunlight concentrating mirrors, one or more photovoltaic panels, and heat mass storage area to distribute heat energy throughout said building.2. The system of wherein said multi-unit building comprisesat least one first floor residential unit, anda roof capable of supporting the one or more solar energy collectors, the one or more sunlight concentrating mirrors, and the one or more photovoltaic panels.3. The system of wherein said multi-unit building further comprisesat least one second floor residential unit, anda garage.4. The system of wherein said one or more sunlight concentrating mirrors comprises an upper flat mirror claim 2 , a middle flat mirror claim 2 , and a lower flat mirror claim 2 , each said flat mirror angled independently from each other flat mirror such that incident sun rays striking said mirrors are reflected onto the one or more solar energy collectors claim 2 ,whereby differing orientations of said mirrors serve to accommodate different angles of sun rays caused by changing solar position over different times of day and over different seasons.5. The system of wherein said one or more sunlight concentrating mirrors comprises an upper flat mirror claim ...

Linear Fresnel Solar Power System that can be Transported in a Goods Container

Linear fresnel solar power system which is transportable in a goods container which comprises a number of rows of reflective mirrors ( 6 ), an automatic cleaning system ( 10 ), a linear receiver ( 18 ) and a support structure designed to be assembled on a commercial goods container ( 1 ). In turn, the support structure comprises two foldable lateral platforms ( 2 ) capable of adopting two fixed positions, a vertical position, wherein all the elements on the platform remain inside the volume of the structure of the container, thereby allowing for the latter to be transported and/or stored using conventional methods, and a horizontal position that allows for the system to operate as a conventional linear fresnel solar collector. The rows of reflective mirrors ( 6 ), mounted on mirror-carrying banks ( 7 ), and at least two ballast tanks ( 11 ), used as excess weight in order to reduce the necessary foundations, are placed on the foldable lateral platforms ( 2 ). The automatic cleaning system ( 10 ) comprises movement rails ( 12 ), along which central stiffeners ( 16 ) move. At least one cleaning unit ( 15 ) for each row of mirrors ( 6 ) is joined to these central stiffeners ( 16 ). In turn, the cleaning units ( 15 ) comprise an element manufactured with absorbent materials ( 13 ), an upper cover ( 14 ) and a water supply system. The linear receiver ( 18 ) comprises an external casing ( 4 ), end supports ( 3 ) and intermediate supports ( 5 ). In turn, the external casing ( 4 ) comprises a transparent cover ( 23 ), insulating means ( 21 ), a secondary reflective surface ( 22 ) and at least one tubular receiver ( 9 ).

Solar water-collecting, air-conditioning, light-transmitting and power generating house

A system for collecting solar energy and fresh water may be disclosed. The system may include one or more assemblies of collector modules, each of which module may contain a photovoltaic cell and a thermal fluid. The thermal fluid may be used to heat a building and/or produce electricity. The assembly may further be coupled to a collection shaft which may collect water and/or disseminate light through a building. Various configurations of single modules, single assemblies, or multiple large-scale assemblies are also possible. If integrated with a house, the system may reduce the net energy consumption of the household.

Two-axis tracking fresnel lens solar oven and stove

A two-axis tracking solar concentrator system includes a sunlight concentrator, a Fresnel lens, a two-axis solar tracker, sunlight reflectors, an enclosure, a sunlight conversion device, and other components. The lens has very long focal length so that all concentrated sunlight will enter the sunlight conversion device through a small window. The elevation rotation axis goes through the focal point so that the sunlight conversion device will remain at the same horizontal level all the time. The concentrated sunlight makes it easy to achieve a needed temperature. The two-axis tracking design eliminates the need of frequent adjustment. An offset design permits having the sunlight conversion device under shade, so that people do not have to expose themselves to sunlight to do solar cooking. The enclosure significantly reduces the risk of burns and fires. It also makes it very easy to control the heating or cooking process.

Solar Oven Positioning

To position a solar oven radiation collection device, a structural extension assembly extends in a radial direction with respect to a structure. A moveable transport provides linear movement of the solar oven radiation collection device along an axis of the structural extension assembly. A linear deploy electric motor is used to control linear movement of the solar oven radiation collection device along the axis of the structural extension assembly. A solar altitude electric motor is used to adjust orientation of the solar oven radiation collection device to take into account changes in solar altitude with respect to time. A solar azimuth electric motor is used to adjust orientation of the solar oven radiation collection device to take into account changes in azimuth with respect to time.

SINGLE-TEMPERATURE-THERMAL-ENERGY-STORAGE

The various embodiments described herein include devices and systems for thermal energy storage. A single-temperature-thermal-energy storage (SITTES) system for desalinating seawater and/or producing electrical power is described. The SITTES system includes insulated tanks, a molten eutectic salt media arranged within the insulated tanks, heat exchangers arranged within the insulated tanks, and an outlet. In the SITTES system the heat exchangers are coupled to one another and configured to transfer heat between the salt media and a seawater media, and the outlet is configured to output a steam portion of the seawater media, thereby providing desalination of the portion of the seawater media and steam for electrical power generation. 1. A single-temperature-thermal-energy-storage (SITTES) system for generating electric power , comprising:a plurality of insulated tanks in proximity to one another, each of the plurality of tanks having a removable heat exchanger core;salt media within each of the plurality of tanks, the salt media composed of molten eutectic salts maintained at a specific operating temperature;saltwater media within the removeable heat exchanger cores, wherein the removeable heat exchanger cores transfer heat from the salt media to the saltwater media;a plurality of conduits coupling the removeable heat exchanger cores;an intake coupled to the plurality of conduits and configured to selectively allow the saltwater media to enter the plurality of conduits; andan outlet coupled to the plurality of conduits and configured to allow the saltwater media to leave the plurality of conduits when a temperature of the saltwater media meets or exceeds a predefined temperature;wherein the temperature of the saltwater media is elevated via the heat transfer to the predetermined temperature to produce electric power via a twin-rotary-screw-expander.2. The SITTES system of claim 1 , wherein the removable heat exchanger core is tubing composed of one or more of: a ...

SOLID STATE SOLAR THERMAL ENERGY COLLECTOR

A system for receiving, transferring, and storing solar thermal energy. The system includes a concentrating solar energy collector, a transfer conduit, a thermal storage material, and an insulated container. The insulated container contains the thermal storage material, and the transfer conduit is configured to transfer solar energy collected by the solar energy collector to the thermal storage material through a wall of the insulated container. 1. A system for receiving , transferring , and storing solar thermal energy , the system comprising:a concentrating solar energy collector;a transfer conduit;a thermal storage material; andan insulated container,the insulated container containing the thermal storage material,the system being configured to track the sun,the transfer conduit being configured to transfer solar energy collected by the solar energy collector to the thermal storage material through an opaque, insulated wall of the insulated container,the transfer conduit including a first end for receiving incident solar energy and a second end proximal to the thermal storage material,wherein the transfer conduit is configured to transmit the incident solar energy substantially losslessly and to radiate the solar energy into the thermal storage material, andwherein the transfer conduit is at least 0.3 cm in diameter.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the transfer conduit comprises a light transfer optic.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the thermal storage material is a solid material.4. The system of claim 1 , comprising a capped transfer conduit claim 1 , wherein the capped transfer conduit comprises a transfer conduit having an input and an output claim 1 , and a moveable cap capable of covering the input or the output of the transfer conduit.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the concentrating solar energy collector comprises a Risley prism.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the concentrating solar energy collector comprises: at least one collecting aperture ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF GENERATING SOLAR ENERGY AND DRY COOLING

Dry cooling systems and methods are provided including at least one plastic elongated tube formed at least partially of a semi-rigid material and having a flat wall portion, a reflective material attached to said flat wall portion of the tube to reflect solar radiation, and at least one fluid channel in thermal communication with the reflective material, the fluid channel adapted to allow flow of a heat transfer fluid. Thermal power plants are provided which include a dry cooling system, one or more pipes in fluid communication with the dry cooling system, and at least one heat exchanger in fluid communication with the one or more pipes. 1. A dry cooling system comprising:at least one elongated tube formed at least partially of a semi-rigid material and having a flat wall portion;a reflective material attached to said flat wall portion of the tube to reflect solar radiation;at least one fluid channel in thermal communication with the reflective material, the fluid channel adapted to allow flow of a heat transfer fluid.2. The system of wherein the at least one elongated tube is located in a support basin of water.3. The system of wherein the at least one elongated tube further comprises a central air conduit.4. The system of wherein the at least one elongated tube is incorporated into a heliostat assembly.5. The system of wherein the torsional load of the heliostat assembly is 5 mRad or lower.6. The system of wherein the at least one elongated tube further comprises a slideable pipe next to the reflector.7. The system of wherein the heat transfer fluid comprises one or more of thermal oil claim 1 , water claim 1 , molten salt claim 1 , or supercritical CO2.8. The system of wherein the at least one elongated tube can be configured in a cooling track mode to cool the system.9. The system of wherein the semi-rigid material is plastic.10. A thermal power plant comprising:a dry cooling system including at least one elongated tube formed at least partially of a semi-rigid ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SORBTION DISTILLATION

A system for distilling water is disclosed. The system comprises a heat source, and a plurality of open-cycle adsorption stages, each stage comprising a plurality of beds and an evaporator and a condenser between a first bed and a second bed, wherein each bed comprises at least two vapor valves, a plurality of hollow tubes, a plurality of channels adapted for transferring water vapor to and from at least one of the condenser or the evaporator, a thermally conductive water vapor adsorbent, and wherein each vapor valve connects a bed to either the condenser or the evaporator. 1. A method of distilling water , comprising the steps of:a. providing a plurality of stages, each stage comprising a hot adsorbent bed and a cold adsorbent bed, and each stage has an upper and lower operating temperature limit, the difference between the upper and lower operating temperature limit being less than about 20° C.; i. providing an external heat source to heat the hot bed of a first stage to a first temperature;', 'ii. desorbing water vapor from the hot bed of the first stage and flowing water vapor into a first condenser;', 'iii. condensing water vapor in the first condenser to form a liquid water and removing at least some of the liquid water from the first condenser;', 'iv. providing a solution comprising water and at least one dissolved impurity to a first evaporator, the solution having a temperature predetermined to suit the equilibrium uptake of an adsorbent, where a suitable temperature is predetermined by first selecting both a desired operational temperature range and uptake range for the adsorbent, then selecting the solution temperature such that the saturated water vapor partial pressure corresponds to the desired adsorbent temperature and uptake range;', 'v. transferring a forcing phase latent heat of vaporization from vapor condensing in the first condenser to the first evaporator to evaporate the solution comprising water and at least one dissolved impurity to form ...

REFELECTOR ASSEMBLY FOR A SOLAR COLLECTOR

The present invention provides a reflector assembly for a solar collector, the reflector assembly comprising: a sheet-like reflector, and a bracket configured to (i) maintain the reflector in a predetermined curvature, and (ii) attach the reflector to a mount. The reflector may be used in the manufacture of light weight and low cost parabolic solar collectors of the type used to concentrate solar radiation on an absorber. 1. A reflector assembly for a solar collector , the reflector assembly comprising:a sheet-like reflector, and (i) maintain the reflector in a predetermined curvature, and', '(ii) attach the reflector to a mount., 'a bracket configured to'}2. The reflector assembly of wherein the reflector is elongate claim 1 , and two or more brackets are disposed along the reflector.3. The reflector assembly of wherein the bracket comprises an upper face having a predetermined curvature.4. The reflector assembly of wherein the predetermined curvature is a segment of a substantially parabolic curve.5. The reflector assembly of wherein the bracket comprises an aperture configured to accept a fastener claim 1 , the fastener configured to fasten the reflector to the bracket.6. The reflector assembly of wherein the bracket is substantially elongate and one end of the bracket is thicker than the other.7. The reflector assembly of comprising a single bracket wherein the bracket extends for most claim 1 , or substantially the entirety of the length of the sheet-like reflector.8. The reflector assembly of wherein the bracket is a core structure onto which the sheet-like reflector is bonded or applied to form a composite structure.9. The reflector of comprising a support structure bonded or applied to the bracket to form a composite structure.10. The reflector assembly of wherein the bracket is comprised of a lower base and an upper reflector support.11. The reflector of wherein the lower base is fabricated from sheet metal.12. The reflector of wherein the upper surface of ...

CALIBRATION METHOD FOR HELIOSTATS

Calibration method for heliostats that comprises carrying out at least a search to visualize at least a reference by means of an artificial vision device arranged in a fixed manner to each of the heliostats to be calibrated; recognizing the reference searched; carrying out a capture of the reference for each of the searches, the capture comprising a taking of an image visualized by the artificial vision device in which the reference appears and a reading of the value of the sensors; collecting and storing data of the taking and the reading; comparing value of sensors of the capture with the value of the sensors according to a kinematic relation that is in effect; stablishing an error for each of the captures; and determining a new kinematic relation. 1. A calibration method for heliostats comprising a reflective element and having actuators , sensors defining position of the actuators and a kinematic relation that is in effect for the heliostats , characterized in that the method comprises the steps of:carrying out at least a search to visualize at least a reference with a known location by means of an artificial vision device arranged in a fixed manner to each of the heliostats to be calibrated, such that the artificial vision devices are displaced together with the reflective elements and in a same way;recognizing the reference searched;carrying out a capture of the reference for each of the searches, the capture comprising a taking of an image visualized by the artificial vision device in which the reference appears and a reading of the value of the sensors;collecting and storing data of the taking and the reading;comparing the value of the sensors of the capture with the value of the sensors according to the kinematic relation that is in effect;stablishing an error for each of the captures according to differences between the value of the sensors of the capture and the value of the sensors according to the kinematic relation that is in effect; anddetermining a ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RECLAIMING CARBON FIBERS USING SOLAR ENERGY

A system for reclaiming carbon fiber from carbon fiber containing material using solar energy includes a sunlight focusing system, a sample platform for placement of carbon fiber containing material to be treated by focused sunlight from the sunlight focusing system, the sample platform being provided with a gas absorption pipe, and a waste gas treatment system connected with the gas absorption pipe. 1. A system for reclaiming carbon fiber from carbon fiber containing material using solar energy , comprising:a sunlight focusing system;a sample platform for placement of carbon fiber containing material to be treated by focused sunlight from the sunlight focusing system, the sample platform being provided with a gas absorption pipe; anda waste gas treatment system connected with the gas absorption pipe.2. The system of wherein the sunlight focusing system comprises:a plurality of heliostats focusing the sunlight; anda plurality of planar reflectors reflecting the focused sunlight to the sample platform.3. The system of wherein the plurality of heliostats each comprising a plurality of concave reflecting mirrors.4. The system of wherein the sample platform is driven by a servomotor moving the sample platform leftward claim 1 , rightward claim 1 , forward and backward.5. The system of wherein the gas absorption pipe is fixed to a periphery of the sample platform.6. The system of wherein the waste gas treatment system comprises: a dust cleaning apparatus connected with the gas absorption pipe; and a gas absorption treatment apparatus connected with the dust cleaning apparatus.7. The system of wherein the dust cleaning apparatus removes particulate dusts from gas absorbed into the gas absorption pipe by way of dust removal by filtration.8. The system of wherein the gas absorption treatment apparatus absorbs acidic substances in gas by utilizing an alkaline solution as an absorbent.9. The system of further comprising a fine treatment furnace for receiving and heating ...

COATED SOLAR REFLECTOR PANEL

The present invention is in the field of solar energy collectors. In particular, the invention is directed to solar energy collectors that operate by concentrating solar radiation onto an absorber using a reflector. The invention may be embodied in the form of a unitary planar solar radiation reflector array having a plurality of upwardly facing reflective surfaces each of which is configured to reflect incident solar radiation, wherein each upwardly facing reflective surface is formed by coating a substrate with a coating material. The coating material may be a metallic coating of substantially even thickness formed by a metal deposition method such as a vapour deposition method or a thermal spray method. 1. A unitary planar solar radiation reflector array having a plurality of upwardly facing reflective surfaces each of which is configured to reflect incident solar radiation , wherein each upwardly facing reflective surface comprises a substrate coated with a coating material.2. The unitary planar solar radiation reflector array of claim 1 , wherein the coating material comprises a metal or a compound comprising a metal.3. The unitary planar solar radiation reflector array of claim 2 , wherein the coating formed by the coating material has a substantially even thickness.4. The unitary planar solar radiation reflector array of claim 1 , wherein the coating formed by the coating material is a film.5. The unitary planar solar radiation reflector array of claim 1 , wherein the coating formed by the coating material has a thickness of less than about 100 μm.6. The unitary planar solar radiation reflector array of claim 1 , wherein the coating is formed by a metal deposition method.7. The unitary planar solar radiation reflector array of claim 1 , wherein the coating is formed by a vapour deposition method or a thermal spray method.8. The unitary planar solar radiation reflector array of having an axis and/or a plane claim 1 , wherein the upwardly facing reflective ...

Utility pole solar energy collector system

A solar energy harvesting assembly having a unique attachment that can be arranged, mounted, moved and attached to new or existing structures. Solar rings are mounted on any vertical structure that may benefit from solar power using an aesthetically pleasing design that is resistant to wind load. The assembly does not require the need for pitch, azimuth or bearing measurements. The assembly is also capable of energy harvesting from reflected light below with the use of bifacial photovoltaic panels. The mounting design allows the solar energy harvest device to be installed on any vertical structure, including light poles, power poles, parking structures and other minimal load bearing structures. Further, the assembly can be attached to water towers, existing radio towers (guyed, monopole, stealth, self-supporting towers) all used to create vast amounts of unshaded vertical space for solar energy harvesting.

User-Preference Driven Control of Electrical and Thermal Output from a Photonic Energy Device

Methods, systems, and computer program products for user-preference driven control of electrical and thermal output from a photonic energy device are provided herein. A system includes a solar photovoltaic module, and a fluid positioned on the solar photovoltaic module. The system also includes configurable reflective surfaces that collect and distribute direct solar and diffuse solar radiation across multiple portions of the fluid and/or portions of the solar photovoltaic module. Additionally, the reflective surfaces is physically connected to the solar photovoltaic module at an angle that is variable in relation to the surface of the solar photovoltaic module. Further, the system includes a controller that modulates an amount of thermal output and/or electrical power output generated by the solar photovoltaic module by transmitting a signal to adjust at least one variable pertaining to the fluid, and transmitting a signal to adjust at least one variable pertaining to the reflective surfaces. 1. A system comprising:a solar photovoltaic module;a fluid positioned on the solar photovoltaic module, wherein at least one variable pertaining to the fluid is configurable based on one or more user preferences; each one of the plurality of configurable reflective surfaces is physically connected to the solar photovoltaic module at an angle that is variable in relation to the surface of the solar photovoltaic module; and', 'at least one variable pertaining to each one of the plurality of configurable reflective surfaces is configurable based on the one or more user preferences; and, 'a plurality of configurable reflective surfaces that (i) collect direct solar radiation and diffuse solar radiation and (ii) distribute the collected direct solar radiation and the collected diffuse solar radiation across (a) multiple portions of the fluid and/or (b) one or more portions of the solar photovoltaic module, wherein transmitting a signal to adjust the at least one variable pertaining ...

RENEWABLE ENERGY-BASED ATMOSPHERIC WATER GENERATOR

A method and apparatus for generating water from an atmospheric water source involving (a) collecting a fixed volume of ambient air in a chamber; (b) raising the pressure of the fixed volume of ambient air in the chamber by heating the fixed volume of ambient air with a solar heater thereby increasing the dew point of the fixed volume of ambient air in the chamber; (c) cooling a surface of the chamber with air outside the chamber; (d) condensing the water in the fixed volume of ambient air in the chamber on the cooling surface when the dew point is greater than the temperature of the cooling surface that is in contact with outside air; (d) collecting the resulting dew in a collection basin; and (f) refreshing the air supply within the chamber. 1. A method for generating water from an atmospheric water source comprising:(a) collecting a fixed volume of ambient air in a chamber;(b) raising the pressure of the fixed volume of ambient air in the chamber by heating the fixed volume of ambient air with a solar heater thereby increasing the dew point of the fixed volume of ambient air in the chamber;(c) cooling a surface of the chamber with air outside the chamber;(d) condensing the water in the fixed volume of ambient air in the chamber on the cooling surface when the dew point is greater than the temperature of the cooling surface that is in contact with outside air;(d) collecting the resulting dew in a collection basin; and(f) refreshing the air supply within the chamber.2. The method of further comprising opening a trap door at the bottom of the chamber when the collected dew reaches a predetermined amount.3. The method of further comprising opening a trap door at the bottom of the chamber when the collected dew reaches a predetermined weight.4. The method of wherein the air supply is refreshed when the trap door opens.5. The method of wherein the air supply is refreshed when the trap door opens.6. The method of further comprising activating a one way pressure valve in ...

SOLAR RECEIVER FOR RECEIVING SOLAR RAYS AND FOR HEATING A MEDIUM

A solar receiver includes a hollow body, which has a longitudinal axis (), a wall () surrounding the longitudinal axis (), an opening () disposed in the wall () for the entry of heat rays, and an end region opposite the opening (). The wall () includes an outer wall (), an inner wall (), and a partition wall () disposed therebetween. The outer wall () and the partition wall () enclose an outer annular space (). The inner wall () and the partition wall () enclose an inner annular space (). The outer annular space () has, in the end region, an inlet () for a free-flowing medium. The two annular spaces () are conductively connected to one another in the region of the opening (), and the inner annular space () has an outlet () for a free-flowing medium in the end region. 1. A solar receiver for receiving solar rays , which heat a free-flowing medium , the solar receiver comprising:a hollow body comprising a longitudinal axis, a wall enclosing the longitudinal axis, an opening located in the wall for entry of heat rays and an end area located opposite the opening, the wall comprising an outer wall, an inner wall and a partition wall located between the inner wall and the partition wall, the outer wall and the partition wall enclosing an outer annular space, and the inner wall and the partition wall enclosing an inner annular space, the outer annular space having an inlet in the end area for free-flowing medium, the outer annular space and the inner annular space being in conductive connection with one another in the area of the opening, the inner annular space having an outlet for free-flowing medium in the end area, the inner annular space having fluid-carrying and/or turbulence-generating elements, the flow-carrying elements forming at least one helical duct, the turbulence-generating elements comprising projections and/or beads, wherein at least one of the inlet and the outlet is associated with a valve.27-. (canceled)8. A solar receiver in accordance with claim 1 , ...

SOLAR POWER STATION

Disclosed is a solar power station, comprising a first light-receiving device having a substantially planar first working surface, a second light-receiving device having a second working surface substantially perpendicular to the first working surface, and a first drive mechanism. The first and second working surfaces are configured so that sunlight (SS) strikes the first working surface after passing through the second working surface or passes through the first working surface and then strikes the second working surface. The second light-receiving device is fixed on the first drive mechanism. The first drive mechanism is used to drive the second working surface to move or rotate relative to the first working surface according to the movement of the sun. 1. A solar power station , comprising:a first light-receiving element having a first working surface that is substantially lying flat,a second light-receiving element having a second working surface substantially perpendicular to the first working surface,the first and the second working surfaces being configured so that sunlight irradiates onto the first working surface after passing through the second working surface, or onto the second working surface after passing through the first working surface; anda first driving mechanism for driving the second working surface to move or rotate relative to the first working surface according to the movement of the sun, and the second light-receiving element being fixed on the first driving mechanism.2. The solar power station of claim 1 ,wherein the first and second light-receiving element are selected from a group consisting of: a solar energy utilizing device, a reflector, a transmissive lens, a reflective Fresnel lens and a combination of at least two thereof.3. The solar power station of claim 2 , comprising at least one of the following features:the second light-receiving element is in the shape of a plane, a curved surface, or a screen-type folding surface with ...

Heating and cooling system

The heating and cooling system may be structurally incorporated into a building. The heating and cooling system may be incorporated into an exterior building portion having an interior side. At least one support member, having a fastening portion and a channel, is mounted proximate to the interior side of the exterior building portion. At least one radiant heat tube is disposed in each channel and mounted proximate to the interior side of the exterior building portion by each support member. A heat-carrying medium is transmitted through the radiant heat tube. A radiant heat reflective surface is mounted proximate to the radiant heat tube.

Solar collector

Solar collector

Solar collector

Solar module system with support structure

The invention relates to a solar module system with a self-supporting support structure and at least one solar module element or reflector element to be arranged on said support structure. The support structure according to the invention comprises at least one self-supporting rib profile and/or longitudinal hollow profile as the support profile (37) comprising a solar module functional surface (2) and/or a reflector functional surface. The support profile has a lateral insertable profile for laterally adding an additional support profile or a connecting profile (38) or a terminal profile and/or a heat dissipation structure (3) which is connected to its solar module functional surface and/or its reflector functional surface in a heat-conducting manner. The system according to the invention is used for e.g. photovoltaic systems outdoors or on buildings.

FIXED OR MOBILE CLOSING DEVICE FOR OPENING IN BUILDINGS, CAPABLE OF COLLECTING SOLAR ENERGY

Dispositif de fermeture fixe ou mobile pour ouverture dans des bâtiments, apte à capter l'énergie solaire.Il est du type panneau vitré (1) comprenant au moins deux parois transparentes intérieure (2) et extérieure (3), entretoisées par l'intermédiaire d'un profilé intercalaire (4), délimitant un espace (10) où sont disposés des moyens d'absorption (51) aptes à absorber les apports solaires et qui sont liés à un circuit (5) de collecte et de transport vers l'extérieur de l'énergie calorifique ainsi recueillie.La paroi intérieure (2) comporte des moyens réflecteurs (21) aptes, en coopération avec les moyens d'absorption (51), à permettre l'utilisation d'une partie (Ra) du rayonnement solaire indirectement tandis qu'une autre partie (Sa) de ce dernier est utilisée directement, l'agencement des moyens réflecteurs (21) et d'absorption (51) étant tel que la partition est réalisée dans une proportion qui varie avec la hauteur solaire. Fixed or mobile closing device for opening in buildings, capable of capturing solar energy. It is of the glass panel type (1) comprising at least two transparent inner (2) and outer (3) walls, braced through of an intermediate profile (4), delimiting a space (10) where absorption means (51) are arranged capable of absorbing solar gains and which are linked to a circuit (5) for collection and transport to the exterior of the heat energy thus collected. The interior wall (2) comprises reflector means (21) capable, in cooperation with the absorption means (51), of allowing the use of a part (Ra) of the radiation indirectly while another part (Sa) of the latter is used directly, the arrangement of the reflector (21) and absorption (51) means being such that the partition is produced in a proportion which varies with the solar height .

Fixed or mobile device of closure for openings in buildings, capable of capturing solar energy

Device, in particular heliostat

Vorrichtung, insbesondere Heliostat, – mit einem Ständer (12), – mit einer daran angeordneten Trägervorrichtung (14), welche drehbar um eine Azimuthachse (36) an dem Ständer (12) gelagert ist und einen Drehbalken (18) aufweist, an dem ein Tragrahmen (17) zur Aufnahme von zumindest einem Reflektor (23) schwenkbar angeordnet ist, so dass der Tragrahmen (17) um eine Elevationsachse (37) schwenkbar ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, – dass an dem Tragrahmen (17) zumindest eine Reflektoraufnahme (22) für zumindest einen Reflektor (23) vorgesehen ist, welche einen umlaufenden Rahmen (41) aus Längs- und Querträgern (42, 43) umfasst, und – dass die Längs- und Querträger (42, 43) als Profilelemente ausgebildet sind und der zumindest eine Reflektor (23) durch eine Klemmbefestigung zur Reflektoraufnahme (22) positioniert ist. Device, in particular heliostat, With a stand (12), - with a support device (14) arranged thereon, which is mounted rotatably about an azimuth axis (36) on the stand (12) and has a pivot bar (18) on which a support frame (17) for receiving at least one reflector (23) is pivotally arranged so that the support frame (17) is pivotable about an elevation axis (37), characterized, - That at least one reflector receptacle (22) for at least one reflector (23) is provided on the support frame (17), which comprises a peripheral frame (41) of longitudinal and transverse beams (42, 43), and - That the longitudinal and transverse beams (42, 43) are formed as profile elements and the at least one reflector (23) is positioned by a clamp attachment to the reflector receptacle (22).

Fixed or mobile device of closure for openings in buildings, capable of capturing solar energy

The solar energy system has a glass panel (1) with two transparent inner walls (2) and outer (3). The inner wall has reflectors (21) and sections (Ra) absorbing indirect rays, with part of the rays (Sa) directly impinging. The absorbing sections automatically compensate for the solar height. The glass transparency remains constant.

Solar module system of the parabolic concentrator type

A solar module system includes a self-supporting structure and at least one solar module element or reflector element which can be arranged on the support structure. The support structure includes a plurality of juxtaposed support profiles in the form of self-supporting hollow chamber profiles, which have front parabolic concentrator reflector functional surfaces and solar module functional surfaces on the side facing away from the front. The system is used e.g. for photovoltaic systems outdoors or on buildings.

solar roof

Solardach (1) zur Überdachung einer Grundfläche oder eines überbauten Volumens, welches Solardach (1) mit einem oder mehreren, einer Solarenergieanlage zugeordneten, Solarmodulen (3) versehen ist und mit wenigstens einer, zu dem oder den Solarmodulen (3) winklig angeordneten Reflektionsfläche (4), dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das oder die Solarmodule (3) in ihren Randbereichen (5) untereinander und/oder mit der oder den Reflektionsflächen (4) derartig verbunden sind, dass das Solardach (1) eine geschlossene, dichte Dachhaut bildet. solar roof (1) for roofing a base area or a superstructure Volume, which solar roof (1) with one or more, a solar energy system assigned, solar modules (3) is provided with at least one, to the or the solar modules (3) angularly arranged reflection surface (4), characterized in that the one or more solar modules (3) in their edge regions (5) with each other and / or with the reflection surface or surfaces (4) are connected such that the solar roof (1) has a closed, forms a dense roof skin.

Solar roof

The invention relates to a solar roof (1) for roofing over an area or a built volume. Said solar roof (1) comprises one or more solar modules (3) that are associated with a solar power plant, at least one reflective surface (4) which is arranged at an angle to the solar module/s, and other optional roof elements. In order to create an efficient solar roof (1) which can be used for roofing over basically any area without major adjustment difficulties while keeping costs and the mounting effort low, among other things the edge regions (5) of the solar module/s (3) are interconnected and/or connected to the reflective surface/s (4), and the solar module/s (3) and the reflective surface/s (4) are connected to optional roof elements, in such a way that the solar roof (1) forms a closed, sealed roof cladding as a continuous surface, and the solar roof (1) is embodied as a load-bearing roof structure.

Linear fresnel solar arrays and components therefor

Described herein are solar energy collector systems, components for solar energy collector systems, and methods for installing solar energy collector systems. The components for solar energy collector systems include but are not limited to solar radiation absorbers, receivers, drives, drive systems, reflectors, and various support structures. The solar energy collection systems, solar radiation absorbers, receivers, drives, drive systems, reflectors, support structures, and/or methods may be used, for example, in LFR solar arrays.

Multi-source heat exchange system employing a ground-energy storage system for controlled environment enclosures

A multi-source ground-to-air heat transfer system is configured to store thermal energy during a cooling/dehumidifcation mode of operation for future use during a heating mode of operation. The multi-source ground-to-air heat transfer system utilizes a ground loop that is configured under an enclosure, such as a greenhouse, and is in thermal communication with a thermal reservoir medium to conduct and store heat. A thermal exchange fluid is pumped through the ground loop and ground heat exchanger and may receive heat from a condenser during a cooling/dehumidification mode of operation and may liberate heat to the evaporator during a heating mode. The enclosure air may receive heat from the heat pump during a heating mode and may liberate heat to the evaporator during a cooling/dehumidification mode. The heat exchange system may employ a heat pump having a reversing valve to change the mode of operation.

用于收集太阳能的装置

本发明涉及一种太阳能收集器，其包括：一组两个或更多个反射器，其在焦线处反射太阳光线；反射光线的接收器，其放置在焦线处；以及使所述一组反射器沿着非抛物线型凹曲线移动的装置，其通过以下公式限定相对于所述焦线的所述非抛物线型凹曲线：x2+y2=常数（k）y，其中，x和y是在所述非抛物线型凹曲线上的点在坐标系统中的坐标，在该坐标系统中，具有水平轴X、竖直轴Y、以及所述坐标系统的位于所述焦线上的原点；所述焦线垂直于X-Y平面，并且其中所述反射器中的每一个都与所述非抛物线型凹曲线相交。

具有光伏系统的温室

本发明包括新的一体式集成系统，该系统与光伏系统、反射太阳能辐射的创新设备、以及用于冷却和清洗光伏面板的创新供水系统相关联，光伏系统、创新设备和创新供水系统均与具有足以允许栽培的高度的温室或金属木器结构相结合。

从太阳辐射产生能量的系统和方法

提供了一种用于从太阳辐射产生能量的太阳能反射组件。所述太阳能反射器组件被配置为，将要部署在液体的承载体上并且向太阳能收集器反射太阳辐射。太阳能反射器组件具有长管和平坦截面，长管具有促进液体压载的内部，长管由半刚性材料制作，平坦截面建造到所述管的壁中或者附着到所述管的壁。反射材料附着到所述管的壁的所述平坦截面，以反射太阳辐射。长管具有旋转轴线，所述旋转轴线定向为大体平行于液体的承载体的表面。长管可以通过沿其长度的力矩的施加而弹性或塑性变形，从而使所述管的每一端处的平坦表面法向矢量在很大程度上彼此对齐。

Solar steam generator

太陽熱集熱装置

(57)【要約】本公報は電子出願前の出願データであるた め要約のデータは記録されません。

Follow-up large-scale Fresnel lens point focusing solar system

本发明提供一种追踪式大型菲涅耳透镜点聚焦太阳能系统，它包括箱体，点聚焦玻璃基菲涅耳透镜，反射低辐射玻璃，光伏组件，高温蓄热体和追踪器。点聚焦玻璃基菲涅耳透镜，反射低辐射玻璃和光伏组件从上至下依次排列，分别安装在所述的箱体的上、中和下部。点聚焦玻璃基菲涅耳透镜的上方放置高温蓄热体。高温蓄热体固定安装在与箱体连接的横向支架上。箱体安装在追踪器上，由追踪器带动箱体跟踪太阳。本发明采用追踪聚光技术和太阳光选择性透过技术，是一种高效清洁的光电光热利用方式。

Solar energy collector

Greenhouse

FIELD: agriculture. SUBSTANCE: greenhouse comprises exterior walls, roof construction, fixed ceiling equipped with an isolating section. The outer walls of the greenhouse are provided with translucent surfaces whereby the light can enter the greenhouse from at least two sides of light. The translucent surfaces of the outer walls are connected with the light-reflective surfaces. The light-reflective surfaces are located below the level of translucent surfaces over the ground surface, forming a part of the outer area surrounding the greenhouse. The light-reflective surfaces extend from the outer wall of the greenhouse. EFFECT: reduced energy consumption of the greenhouses. 9 cl, 10 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) 2 501 206 (13) C2 (51) МПК A01G 9/14 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (72) Автор(ы): МЮНТТИ Аско (FI) (21)(22) Заявка: 2011116209/13, 16.09.2009 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 16.09.2009 (73) Патентообладатель(и): МЮНТТИ Аско (FI) R U Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 23.09.2008 FI 20085893 29.06.2009 FI 20095734 (43) Дата публикации заявки: 27.10.2012 Бюл. № 30 2 5 0 1 2 0 6 (45) Опубликовано: 20.12.2013 Бюл. № 35 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: WO 93/21755 A1, 11.11.1993. GB 2215357 A, 20.09.1989. US 5056259 A, 15.10.1991. SU 1834633 A3, 15.08.1993. SU 244783 A, 09.10.1969. 2 5 0 1 2 0 6 R U (86) Заявка PCT: FI 2009/050742 (16.09.2009) C 2 C 2 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 25.04.2011 (87) Публикация заявки РСТ: WO 2010/034882 (01.04.2010) Адрес для переписки: 109012, Москва, ул. Ильинка, 5/2, ООО "Союзпатент" (54) ТЕПЛИЦА (57) Реферат: Теплица включает наружные стены, кровельную конструкцию, фиксированный потолок, снабженный изолирующим участком. Наружные стены теплицы снабжены светопрозрачными поверхностями, благодаря чему свет может поступать в теплицу, по меньшей мере, с двух сторон света. ...

Improved solar receiver

一种太阳能接收器(100)，其具有辐射捕获元件(3)，该辐射捕获元件用于捕获经辐射接收孔口(A)进入由该辐射捕获元件形成的空腔(C)中的太阳辐射，孔口具有第一直径(D aP )且空腔具有第二直径(D CAV )的柱形壁，第二直径大于所述第一直径，优选大约两倍大。此外，空腔的长度(L CAV )可大于第一直径(D aP )，优选地大约两倍大。流动通道可设置在捕获元件周围，加压工作流体，例如空气或氦气通过该通道。流动通道可充填有工作流体流经的多孔材料。

Solar concentrator including heliostat and Fresnel lens

本发明提出以下问题：使用定日镜的太阳能集中器每反射镜需要两个旋转轴用于跟随太阳，这意味着大量发动机和复杂机构的使用，因而成本增高。本发明提出的解决方案：一种包括平面反射镜（1）和第一旋转轴（4）的定日镜，所述第一旋转轴（4）与地球旋转轴平行地被布置。由反射镜（1）所反射的太阳辐射（8）持久地指向固定的菲涅耳透镜（9），所述菲涅耳透镜（9）垂直于第一旋转轴（4）并且其将太阳辐射（8）集中在固定的目标（10）上。一种太阳能场由根据所述特征的多个定日镜组成，并且其中由于被耦合到由单一发动机所致动的杆的机械链接（6），所有第一旋转轴（4）被旋转。这减少装置的总成本。

Solar power trough

Изобретение относитс  к высокотемпературной гелиотехнике и позвол ет повысить удобства в транспортировке и монтаже концентратора за счет разборной конструкции последнего, а также повысить степень концентрации солнечной энергии за счет уменьшени  площади фокусируемого светового п тна. Параболоцилиндрическа  форма концентратора, обусловленна  использованием параболических сегментов 3 в качестве опоры и пр молинейных панелей 1 с поперечной ориентацией отражающих элементов Френел , обеспечивает концентрацию солнечных лучей 6 в общую фокальную зону 7. Это происходит благодар  расположению элементов Френел  под углами а , измен ющимис  от 0 до а макс и возрастающими от центра панели 1 к периферии. 2 ил. The invention relates to high-temperature solar technology and improves the ease of transportation and installation of the concentrator due to the dismountable design of the latter, as well as increasing the concentration of solar energy by reducing the area of the focused light spot. The parabolic cylindrical shape of the concentrator, due to the use of parabolic segments 3 as a support and straight-line panels 1 with transverse orientation of the Fresnel reflecting elements, ensures the concentration of sun rays 6 into the common focal zone 7. This occurs due to the arrangement of the Fresnel elements at angles a varying from 0 to and max and increasing from the center of panel 1 to the periphery. 2 Il.

Solartracking device

Mirror concentrator of sun rays

1. ЗЕРКАЛЬНЫЙ КОНЦЕНТРАТОР СОЛНЕЧНЫХ ЛУЧЕЙ, содержащий плоское основание и р д отража1ощих плоских элементов, каждый из которых расположен под соответствующим углом к плоскому основанию, отличающийс  тем, что, с целью повышени  эффективности концентрации, плоское основание расположено под углом Cj , большим о, но меньшим 90 , к нормали к направлению излучени , а углы В и (|| выбираютс  из соотношений /I Cf -oi. 0° f}/Cf, где 0 - угол между плоским отражающим элементом и нормалью к направлению излучени . 2. Концентратор по п. 1, отi личающийс  тем, что угол наклона плоского основани  Cf больше СО или равен половине угла у , образованного пр мыми, соедин ющими фокус концентратора и крайние точки основани  . 1. A MIRRORAL CONCENTRATOR OF SOLAR RAYS, containing a flat base and a number of reflective flat elements, each of which is located at a corresponding angle to the flat base, characterized in that, in order to increase the concentration efficiency, the flat base is located at an angle Cj greater than, but smaller than 90, to the normal to the direction of radiation, and angles В and (|| are chosen from the ratios I If-oi. 0 ° f} / Cf, where 0 is the angle between the flat reflecting element and the normal to the direction of radiation. 2. The hub of claim 1, other than that the angle of inclination of the flat base Cf is greater than CO or equal to half the angle y, formed by the straight lines connecting the focus of the concentrator and the extreme points of the base.

Linear Fresnel solar arrays and drives therefor

Described herein are solar energy collector systems, components for solar energy collector systems, and methods for installing solar energy collector systems. The components for solar energy collector systems include but are not limited to solar radiation absorbers, receivers, drives, drive systems, reflectors, and various support structures. The solar energy collection systems, solar radiation absorbers, receivers, drives, drive systems, reflectors, support structures, and/or methods may be used, for example, in LFR solar arrays. Drives and drive systems are described herein that may provide improved rotational positioning, movement, and/or rotational positional sensing. For example, drives and drive systems are provided which allow operation through a variable frequency drive. The components and methods described herein may be used together in any combination in a solar collector system, or they may be used separately in different solar collector systems.

Solar thermal collector

Disclosed is a solar thermal collector capable of achieving a higher collection efficiency by effectively utilizing the sunlight incident to the areas near the ends of a reflector both on the side where the sun is located and the opposite side. The disclosed solar thermal collector collects, in a collector tube (2) installed at the focus position of the reflector (1), reflected sunlight (Sb1, Sb2) incident to a trough-type reflector (1) forming a parabolic cross section, and transmits the energy to a heat medium circulating in the collector tube (2). The solar thermal collector is positioned such that the central axis (L1) of the reflector (1) runs along the north/south axis, and planar reflectors (3) are arranged so as to be orthogonal to the central axis (L1) at the ends of the reflector (1) on the side where the sun is located and the opposite side.

Two-dimensional Fresnel solar energy concentration system

The present invention provides a solar energy concentrating reflection system comprising multiple arrays of solar reflectors arranged adjacent to one another on a generally planar support structure where each of the reflector arrays configured into a first Fresnel array in a first dimension. Each of the first Fresnel array of reflectors are in turn arrayed and supported in a support frame in a configuration of second Fresnel arrays in a second dimension such that solar energy from the sun is reflected and concentrated to a predetermined focal line. A solar receiver is disposed in the focal line of the configured solar reflectors such that the first and second Fresnel arrays uniformly reflect and concentrate solar energy from the sun onto the solar receiver within the first and second dimensions with a uniform solar intensity profile.

Parabolic trough collector module with radiation-optimized absorber tube

Die vorliegende Erfindung betrifft ein Parabolrinnenkollektormodul (1) mit einem von einem Hüllrohr (3) umgebenden Absorberrohr (5) mit einer Mittelachse (7) und mit einem Solarstrahlung auf das Absorberrohr fokussierenden Parabolreflektor mit einer Reflektorfläche. An einer Außenfläche (3c) des Hüllrohres (3) oder oberhalb der Außenfläche (3c) des Hüllrohres (3) ist in einem ersten Randbereich (3a) des Hüllrohres (3) eine erste Strahlungsumlenkvorrichtung (9a) angeordnet, über die direkte Sonnenstrahlung (102) auf das Absorberrohr (5) lenkbar ist. The present invention relates to a parabolic trough collector module (1) having an absorber tube (5) surrounding a cladding tube (3) with a center axis (7) and a parabolic reflector having a reflector surface which focuses solar radiation onto the absorber tube. On a outer surface (3c) of the cladding tube (3) or above the outer surface (3c) of the cladding tube (3), a first radiation deflecting device (9a) is arranged in a first edge region (3a) of the cladding tube (3) via which direct solar radiation (102 ) is steerable on the absorber tube (5).

Optical system, to gather solar energy, has linear Fresnel's lens focused at absorber, together with angled mirror assembly to bundle light towards absorber and increase solar density from all sun positions

The optical assembly to increase the density of solar rays has at least one focusing and transparent linear Fresnel's lens (2) of plastics or glass. A trough-shaped mirror system (4) bundles the incoming light (1) towards the absorber (3). The light can fall at right angles and also at an angle in the plane of the cylinder lens axis. The mirror angles can be adjusted to direct the maximum light on to the absorber surface.

Linear Fresnel solar heat collector

一种线性菲涅尔太阳集热器装置，包括接收器与聚光模块，其中该聚光模块设有多个反射镜，用以将太阳光反射至接收器，而该接收器通过支架设于聚光模块的上方，并且该接收器包括一系列相互平行延伸的吸热管，这些吸热管共同形成一腔体，并且该腔体面对聚光模块的一端设有一开口，通过如此设置，从聚光模块聚焦的太阳光从开口进入腔体，并在腔体内多次反射从而实现高效率的吸收，同时该腔体外部还设有绝热材料，从而可以有效的减少对流热损失，再者，本发明通过腔体的设计既能减少对流损失也能减少黑体辐射所造成的热损失，同时还可以降低成本。

Water Treatment Apparatus using Membrane Distillation Method

본 발명은 막 증류 수처리 장치에 관한 것으로, 보다 구체적으로 분리막을 경계로 상부에 위치하여 원수가 유입되는 유입수측, 하부에 위치하여 처리수를 포집하는 적어도 하나의 냉각 채널이 형성되어 있는 처리수측을 포함하는 막증류 유닛, 상기 유입수측의 일 영역에 관통되도록 형성되고 태양열을 집열한 후 열을 유입수측의 원수로 전달하는 태양열 진공관 및 상기 막증류 유닛을 둘러싸는 부체를 포함하는 막 증류 수처리 장치에 관한 것이다.

Absorber for a solar receiver and solar receiver comprising at least one such absorber

Linear fresnel solar arrays

Disclosed herein are examples and variations of solar energy collector system comprising an elevated linear receiver ( 5 ) and first and second reflector fields ( 10 P, 10 E) located on opposite sides of, and arranged and driven to reflect solar radiation to, the receiver ( 5 ). Also disclosed herein are examples and variations of receivers ( 5 ) and reflectors ( 12 a ) that may, in some variations, be utilized in the disclosed solar energy collector systems.

Solar collectors having slidably removable reflective panels for use in solar thermal applications

Provided herein are solar collectors having reflective sheets which are slidably insertable and/or removable for quick installation, construction, removal, repair, and/or replacement. Also provided are solar collectors having reflective sheets under tension. Further provided are methods for constructing solar collectors. In another aspect, provided herein are guide rails for guiding and/or retaining slidably removable reflective sheets and holding the reflective sheets in a prescribed shape.

Solar system with solar mirrors

Solaranlage mit einer Mehrzahl ebener oder leicht gewölbter Solarspiegel (2), insbesondere Flachspiegel, die um mindestens eine Drehachse (3) drehbar 2) in Blickrichtung hintereinander liegend mit parallelen Drehachsen (3) angeordnet sind und mindestens ein Solarspiegel (2) mit einer Reinigungseinrichtung (4) versehen ist, die eine Zufuhrleitung für Reinigungsmittel und mindestens eine Ausspritzdüse (6, 7) umfasst, wobei in einem Reinigungsmodus mindestens einer der zueinander benachbarten Solarspiegel (2) eine Drehposition einnimmt, dergestalt, dass die Ausspritzdüse (6, 7) der Reinigungseinrichtung (4) an einem Solarspiegel (2) auf die Oberfläche des benachbarten Solarspiegels (2) gerichtet ist. Solar system with a plurality of flat or slightly curved solar mirrors (2), in particular flat mirrors, which can be rotated around at least one axis of rotation (3) 2) one behind the other with parallel axes of rotation (3) and at least one solar mirror (2) with a cleaning device ( 4), which comprises a supply line for cleaning agent and at least one ejection nozzle (6, 7), wherein in a cleaning mode at least one of the mutually adjacent solar mirrors (2) assumes a rotational position such that the ejection nozzle (6, 7) of the cleaning device (4) is directed at a solar mirror (2) to the surface of the adjacent solar mirror (2).

Solar system has multiple flat or slightly curved solar mirrors, particularly flat mirrors, which are rotatably supported around rotational axis

The solar system (1) has multiple flat or slightly curved solar mirrors (2), particularly flat mirrors, which are rotatably supported around a rotational axis (3). The solar mirrors are arranged side by side with parallel rotational axes in a horizontal manner. The solar mirrors are provided with a cleaning unit (4) which has a supply line for cleaning agent and an ejection nozzle (7). An independent claim is also included for a method for cleaning a solar mirror of a solar system.

Solar installation comprising a transport device

The invention relates to a solar installation comprising a supporting structure on which the solar elements are fixed. A track (5), preferably formed by rails, is provided in the region of the supporting structure (17) in order to be able to send a driverless transport device (3, 3a) along said track to the position of a solar element.

Solar heat collecting device

[Problem] To present a solar heat collecting device capable of enhancing the heat collecting efficiency by effectively utilizing the sunlight entering an area near the end part of the reflector at the opposite side of the direction of location of the sun. [Solving Means] In the solar heat collecting device for collecting the reflected light of sunlight Sb 1 , Sb 2 entering a trough type reflector 1 having a parabolic section to a heat collecting pipe 2 erected at a position of focus of the reflector 1 , and transmitting energy to a heat medium passing inside of the heat collecting pipe 2 , the solar heat collecting device is installed so that central axis L 1 of the reflector 1 may be directed along the north-south axis, and a plane reflector 3 is disposed orthogonally to central axis L 1 , at the end part of the reflector 1 at the opposite side of the direction of location of the sun.

Solar collectors having slidably removable reflective panels for use in solar thermal applications

A guide rail for directing and retaining one or more slidably removable reflective sheets (106, 306, 406A, 406B, 606A, 606B, 706A, 706B, 1206, 2206) in a solar concentrator, and for maintaining the one or more slidably removable reflective sheets (106, 306, 406A, 406B, 606A, 606B, 706A, 706B, 1206, 2206) in a shape prescribed by the shape of the guide rail, the guide rail comprising a rail body (101, 301, 401, 601 A, 601 B, 701), wherein the rail body (101, 301, 401, 601 A, 601 B, 701) comprises a first L-shaped longitudinal channel (102, 302, 402A, 402B, 602A, 602B, 702A, 702B) formed by first and second walls oriented substantially parallel to one another and joined at a substantially perpendicular angle to a third wall, wherein a fourth wall is joined to the first wall at an end opposite the third wall, and wherein the fourth wall extends toward, but does not touch, an unjoined end of the second wall to form an opening of the L-shaped channel (102, 302, 402A, 402B, 602A, 602B, 702A, 702B) for receiving a longitudinal edge of the one or more slidably removable reflective sheets (106, 306, 406A, 406B, 606A, 606B, 706A, 706B, 1206, 2206).

Solar photoelectric module with concentrator

FIELD: solar engineering; heat and power generation using solar energy. SUBSTANCE: module has commutated photoelectric converters 1, mirror reflector 2 mounted on one side of converters 1, and transparent (glass or plastic) guard 3 on their opposite side which forms dihedral acute angle with plane of mirror reflector 2; β angle of incidence of sun rays on transparent guard 3 and dihedral angle α between transparent guard 3 and mirror reflector 2 are interrelated by equation β+2φ = ψ 1 , where ψ 1 = 80 to 90 deg. EFFECT: improved energy concentration efficiency, reduced mass and cost of module. 4 cl, 5 dwg об гс пы Го РОССИЙСКОЕ АГЕНТСТВО ПО ПАТЕНТАМ И ТОВАРНЫМ ЗНАКАМ (19) (51) МПК ВИ "” 2 135 909 ' Е 24 4 2/42, 2/08, Н 02 м 6/00 13) СЛ 12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ (21), (22) Заявка: 98114432/06, 13.07.1998 (46) Дата публикации: 27.08.1999 (56) Ссылки: М. Коппейа е а! Вооег КейекКюг$ ог РАоюуоН_еиу$ тоащез а май а КНиде. МопкК Зип Упё. Ргос. 1977, Еитапа, р.555. ЗИ 851313 А, 30.07.81. ЗЧ 1017884 А, 15.05.83. ЗЦ 1048260 А, 15.10.83. (98) Адрес для переписки: 109456, Москва, 1-й Вешняковский пр. 2, ВИЭСХ, ОНТИ и патентования (71) Заявитель: Всероссийский научно-исспедовательский институт электрификации сельского хозяйства (72) Изобретатель: Стребков Д.С., Тверьянович Э.В., Артемов А.А., Берсенев М.А. (73) Патентообладатель: Всероссийский научно-исспедовательский институт электрификации сельского хозяйства (54) СОЛНЕЧНЫЙ ФОТОЭЛЕКТРИЧЕСКИЙ МОДУЛЬ С (57) Реферат: Изобретение относится к гелиотехнике, в частности к солнечным фотоэлектрическим модулям с концентраторами для получения тепла и электроэнергии. В результате использования предлагаемого изобретения повышается коэффициент концентрации энергии, снижается масса модуля и его стоимость. Вышеуказанный — технический результат достигается тем, что в солнечном фотоэлектрическом модуле, содержащем скоммутированные фотопреобразователи 1 и установленный с одной стороны зеркальный отражатель 2, с ...

Solar energy equipment

Heating system using sun's heat

A heating system using solar heat is provided to improve heating efficiency with simple construction, and to remarkably reduce building and maintenance costs by including a unit housing, an inflow unit, a discharge unit, a plurality of convex lens and a heating plate. A heating system using solar heat comprises a unit housing(10), an inflow unit(16), a discharge unit(18), a plurality of convex lens(20) and a heating plate(22). The unit housing is provided with a reflecting plate in at least any one surface of an inner wall surface, and includes an air heating room in the inside. The inflow unit is disposed in one side of the unit housing, and allows external air to be flowed into the air heating room. The discharge unit is disposed in the other side of the unit housing and discharges air heated in the air heating room. The plurality of the convex lens are disposed in any one surface of the unit housing, and collects solar light. The heating plate is disposed in the air heating room, heated by the solar heat collected by the convex lens, and consisted of a copper plate heating inside the air heating room.

Space and energy efficient photovoltaic array

In an embodiment, a solar energy system includes multiple photovoltaic modules, each oriented substantially at a same angle relative to horizontal. The angle is independent of a latitude of an installation site of the solar energy system and is greater than or equal to 15 degrees. The solar energy system defines a continuous area within a perimeter of the solar energy system. The solar energy system is configured to capture at the photovoltaic modules substantially all light incoming towards the continuous area over an entire season.

Highly efficient solar arrays

In an example, a solar energy system includes multiple PV modules, multiple reflectors, and a racking assembly. Each of the reflectors is positioned opposite a corresponding one of the PV modules. The racking assembly mechanically interconnects the PV modules and the reflectors to form an interconnected system. The racking assembly defines gaps within the racking assembly and between adjacent PV modules and reflectors. The interconnected system includes multiple contact points associated with the gaps. The gaps and contact points configure the interconnected system to accommodate surface unevenness of an installation surface up to a predetermined surface unevenness.

Apparatus for concentrating energy

본 발명은 태양 에너지 기술에 관한 것이며, "트래킹 디쉬(tracking dish)", "스루우(through)" 및 "쏠라 타워(solar tower)" 타입의 쏠라 파워 플랜트들(solar power plants) 및 여타 유사 시스템들에 활용될 수 있다. 본 발명에 따른 기술의 결과로 거울 시스템에 대한 기술의 활용성이 증가되고, 정렬하는 것이 단순해지고, 치수에 대한 엄격한 제한을 제거할 수 있다. 에너지를 집중시키는 장치는 주 집중기(main concentrator), 에너지 컨버터(energy converter), 주 집중기의 초점 영역에 장착되는 부가 집중기(additional concentrator)를 포함하고, 에너지 컨버터는 부가 집중기의 초점 영역에 장착된다. 여기서 부가 집중기는 실린더형 또는 구형의 오목한 표면의 세그먼트(segment) 형태로 된다. The present invention relates to solar energy technology and relates to solar power plants of the "tracking dish "," through ", and "solar tower" Can be utilized. As a result of the technique according to the invention, the utility of the technology for the mirror system is increased, alignment is simplified, and strict restrictions on dimensions can be eliminated. The apparatus for concentrating energy includes a main concentrator, an energy converter, an additional concentrator mounted in a focus region of the main concentrator, and the energy converter includes a focus region of the additional concentrator, Respectively. Wherein the additional concentrator is in the form of a segment of a cylindrical or spherical concave surface.

For sensing and point to the optics alternative of aiming light source

本发明涉及为了使来自光源的光转向到目标上而提供控制系统的设备和方法。本发明意识到，改变和/或分布（例如，通过衍射、漫射、或一些其他处理）、及通过定日镜转向的光的光学特性可以根据如何瞄准光转向元件而变化。这意味着，一旦知道改变和/或分布的光的瞄准，便可精确确定光转向元件的瞄准。有利地，可根据聚集照明区域外部的位置，确定表示如何瞄准光的改变和/或分布的光特性，在该区域中，传感器处于不适当的危险中。而这意味着，可在安全的位置检测改变和/或分布的光特性，然后，可用此信息来帮助将光转向元件精确地瞄准到所需目标（例如，CSP系统中的接收器）上。因此，改变和/或分布的光的瞄准是对瞄准在接收器处的光束的精确替换。