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Offset paraboloidal solar concentratorSection of conventional paraboloid, offset from its major axis, is used as reflector in solar concentrator. Design increases solar gathering efficiency by 3 to 4 percent by eliminating shadowing and blocking of solar rays. In addition, reflector can be folded toward receiver, reducing wind-loading and making maintenance easier.
Document ID
19800000320
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Chow, E. Y.
(Caltech)
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1981
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 5
Issue: 3
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Physical Sciences
Report/Patent Number
NPO-14846
Accession Number
80B10320
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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