ENERGY CONVERSION SYSTEMS REFERENCE HANDBOOK. VOLUME II, SOLAR-THERMAL ENERGY SOURCES
Abstract
Basic problems in the development of lightweight, high efficiency, solar concentrating mirrors for space power systems are discussed. Various concentrator and absorber configurations are compared both on the basis of idealized performance and in regard to performance degradation due to geometric errors. Concentrator structural design classifications are presented and are related to fabrication techniques, materials, and reflective surfacing methods. Orientation requirements and the effects of the space environment are considered. Tests are presente for determining collector performance and for evaluating mirror surface quality. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1960
- Accession Number
- AD0256973
Entities
People
- C.w. Stephens
- D.h. Mcclelland