Title: A small hybrid solar closed-cycle gas turbine cogeneration plant concept based on today's technology
Abstract: There are currently several possibilities for conversion of solar energy into electrical power (i.e., direct conversion, steam plant, open-cycle gas turbine, and closed-cycle gas turbine), with differing degrees of complexity, technology readiness, cost, and development requirements. This paper emphasizes a low technology approach of combining a closed-cycle gas turbine power conversion system, operating at a very modest temperature, and a point-focusing distributed receiver system consisting of parabolic dish concentrators with focal-mounted heat source exchangers, and a centralized prime-mover. The utilization of existing and proven technology is also emphasized, and aspects of the power conversion and heat source systems for a small plant concept are discussed.
Publication Year: 1979
Publication Date: 1979-12-01
Language: en
Type: article
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