Comparative Study of Parabolic Trough Collector and Solar Power Tower Technology
Journal Title: International Journal of Scientific Research and Reviews - Year 2012, Vol 1, Issue 3
Abstract
The concentrated solar power technology (CSPT) is being looked upon as solution of increasing energy requirement of the world of today. The current non-conventional sources of energy are satisfying only 6.9% of the total potential of the renewable sources in India (i.e. 5594MW out of the total 81,200 MW) [1] This is mainly due to the huge expenses associated with manufacture and installment of solar cell panels and their lesser efficiency than the conventional sources of energy.[1] The presented technology claims to convert the solar heat directly into electricity, without using photovoltaic cells. It is also acclaimed to be the cheapest and the cleanest source of energy ever available on earth. However, the technology is still in its formative phase in many parts of the world. The present paper gives a detailed overview of structure and working of two main types of CSPT plants, i.e. the parabolic trough collectors and the solar power tower technology with focus on their merits and limitations. It further intends to compare them on the bases of their structure, efficiency and deployment.
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Jain Neha
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