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Modelling and testing of a solar-receiver system applied to high-temperature processes

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  • Roldán, M.I.
  • Zarza, E.
  • Casas, J.L.

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Solar volumetric-receivers have been successfully used in both electricity production and thermochemical applications. This paper studies the applicability of this technology to the production of process heat for high-temperature uses (573–1073 K).

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  • Roldán, M.I. & Zarza, E. & Casas, J.L., 2015. "Modelling and testing of a solar-receiver system applied to high-temperature processes," Renewable Energy, Elsevier, vol. 76(C), pages 608-618.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:renene:v:76:y:2015:i:c:p:608-618
    DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2014.11.075
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