Experimental Methodology and Thermal Loss Tests on Small Size Absorber Tubes for Solar Applications

Since thermal energy for residential applications is a relevant part of the entire energy demand, solar technologies could play an important role in decreasing fossil fuel consumption. A novel small parabolic trough collector matched with a storage system is developed to satisfy heating and required...

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Main Authors: Giacomo Pierucci, Sahand Hosouli, Michele Salvestroni, Matteo Messeri, Federico Fagioli, Francesco Taddei, Maurizio De Lucia
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-09-01
Series:Energies
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/11/10/2552