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RISCost Drivers for Solar Thermal Central Receiver Power Plants
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: Studies completed at the Pacific Northwest Laboratory have allowed an in-depth examination of costs for solar thermal central receiver power plants. Central receiver concepts were evaluated for ...
The Role of Meta-Level Inference in Problem-Solving Strategy for a Knowledge-Based Dynamics Analysis Aid
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: The explicit representation of knowledge in knowledge-based analysis tools may help designers by improving the nature of their interaction with the tools. This work shows how meta-level inference ...
Performance and Cost Implications of the Fixed Mirror, Distributed Focus (FMDF) Collector
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: The Fixed Mirror, Distributed Focus (FMDF) hemispherical bowl is a solar thermal power technology which has been studied for several years as a potentially attractive means of producing electricity. ...
Chemical Energy Storage System for Solar Electric Generating System (SEGS) Solar Thermal Power Plant
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: The Pacific Northwest Laboratory evaluated the potential feasibility of using chemical energy storage at the Solar Electric Generating System (SEGS) power plants developed by Luz International. ...
Coadunation of Technologies: Cogeneration and Thermal Energy Storage
Publisher: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Abstract: Thermal energy storage can help cogeneration meet the energy generation challenges of the 21st century by increasing the flexibility and performance of cogeneration facilities. Thermal energy ...