Abstract: In central receiver systems, the ideal reflective shape of a heliostat is a section of a paraboloid that adapting with the sun's angle and the mirror's location in the field. Deviation from this shape leads to optical ...

Abstract: A Photovoltaic (PV) module consists of layers of different materials constrained together through an encapsulant polymer. During its lamination and operation, it experiences mechanical and thermal loads due to seasonal and ...