Abstract: Variable aperture mechanisms are being used in many fields including medicine, electronics, fluid mechanics, and optics. The main design characteristics of these aperture concepts are the use of multiple blades regulating ...

Abstract: This paper presents characterization of a new high flux solar simulator consisting of a 10 kW Xenon arc via indirect heat flux mapping technique for solar thermochemical applications. The method incorporates the use of a ...

Abstract: Current state-of-the-art development of concentrated solar power (CSP) applications targets cost-effective and highly efficient processes in order to establish commercialization of these technologies. The design of solar ...

Abstract: The substantial energy provided by the sun is a promising substitute for traditional heat sources in various industrial applications. However, the transient nature of solar energy still poses a significant challenge to its ...

Abstract: Fluctuations in incoming solar energy adversely affect the temperature stability within solar receivers, leading to a decrease in thermal efficiency. Therefore, it is essential to design a control system with the capability ...