Abstract
An experimental investigation of 16 square meter Scheffler concentrator system with automatic polar axis tracking has been carried out. Various test sequences were performed under quasi-steady-state to analyze various parameters like optical efficiency and thermal characteristics of the system. The paper mainly focuses on the experimental analysis of 16 square meter Scheffler concentrator system and its performance assessment for various regions of India such as New Delhi, Leh-Ladhak, Madurai, and Mumbai. It is studied that, the optical efficiency of the system is achieved up to 59% and the convection heat losses (W/m2K), radiation heat losses coefficient (W/m2K2) are 2.2 and 0.001 respectively. The performance of the system was also studied based on various reflectivity (i.e. 84% and 95%) of the solar-grade mirror and various selective coating (i.e. Silicon based high-temperature coating and black paint). The performance characteristic of the system is also investigated on a seasonal basis i.e. equinox, winter and summer solstice.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
