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Volume 124, Issue 2

May 2002

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ISSN 0199-6231

EISSN 1528-8986

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Technical Papers

A Message from the Associate Editor

Robert Pitz-Paal, JSEE Associate Editor (Solar Thermal Power)

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 97. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1464127

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View articletitled, A Message from the Associate Editor

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Topics: Solar energy , Solar power , Solar power stations , Solar thermal power , Power stations

Technical Papers

An Update on Solar Central Receiver Systems, Projects, and Technologies

Manuel Romero, Reiner Buck, James E. Pacheco

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 98–108. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1467921

Abstract

View articletitled, An Update on Solar Central Receiver Systems, Projects, and Technologies

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Topics: Solar energy

Advances in Parabolic Trough Solar Power Technology

Hank Price, Eckhard Lu¨pfert, David Kearney, Eduardo Zarza, Gilbert Cohen, Randy Gee, Rod Mahoney

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 109–125. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1467922

Abstract

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Topics: Parabolic troughs , Solar energy , Thermal energy storage , Design , Solar power , Power stations , Fluids

The DISS Project: Direct Steam Generation in Parabolic Trough Systems. Operation and Maintenance Experience and Update on Project Status

Eduardo Zarza, Loreto Valenzuela, Javier Leo´n, H.-Dieter Weyers, Martin Eickhoff, Markus Eck, Klaus Hennecke

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 126–133. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1467645

Abstract

View articletitled, The DISS Project: Direct Steam Generation in Parabolic Trough Systems. Operation and Maintenance Experience and Update on Project Status

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Topics: Parabolic troughs , Pipes , Solar energy , Steam , Water , Pressure , Pumps , Test facilities , Maintenance , Temperature

Direct Steam Generation in Parabolic Troughs: First Results of the DISS Project

M. Eck, W.-D. Steinmann

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 134–139. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1464125

Abstract

View articletitled, Direct Steam Generation in Parabolic Troughs: First Results of the DISS Project

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Topics: Design , Steady state , Steam , Temperature , Transients (Dynamics) , Solar energy , Two-phase flow , Parabolic troughs , Pressure , Temperature gradient

DSG Under Two-Phase and Stratified Flow in a Steel Receiver of a Parabolic Trough Collector

Rafael Almanza, Gustavo Jime´nez, Alvaro Lentz, Alberto Valde´s, Alberto Soria

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 140–144. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1463734

Abstract

View articletitled, DSG Under Two-Phase and Stratified Flow in a Steel Receiver of a Parabolic Trough Collector

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Topics: Deflection , Flow (Dynamics) , Parabolic troughs , Pipes , Steel , Stratified flow , Temperature , Two-phase flow , Water , Temperature gradient

Survey of Thermal Energy Storage for Parabolic Trough Power Plants

Ulf Herrmann, David W. Kearney

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 145–152. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1467601

Abstract

View articletitled, Survey of Thermal Energy Storage for Parabolic Trough Power Plants

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Topics: Solar energy , Storage , Thermal energy storage

Development of a Molten-Salt Thermocline Thermal Storage System for Parabolic Trough Plants

James E. Pacheco, Steven K. Showalter, William J. Kolb

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 153–159. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1464123

Abstract

View articletitled, Development of a Molten-Salt Thermocline Thermal Storage System for Parabolic Trough Plants

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Topics: Fillers (Materials) , Parabolic troughs , Solar energy , Temperature , Thermal energy storage , Rocks , Heat transfer , Sands , Heat , Fluids

Influence of Direct Normal Irradiance Variation on the Optimal Parabolic Trough Field Size: A Problem Solved with Technical and Economical Simulations

Volker Quaschning, Rainer Kistner, Winfried Ortmanns

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 160–164. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1465432

Abstract

View articletitled, Influence of Direct Normal Irradiance Variation on the Optimal Parabolic Trough Field Size: A Problem Solved with Technical and Economical Simulations

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Topics: Parabolic troughs , Power stations , Simulation , Solar energy , Design

The Role of “Allowable Flux Density” in the Design and Operation of Molten-Salt Solar Central Receivers

Lorin L. Vant-Hull

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 165–169. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1464124

Abstract

View articletitled, The Role of “Allowable Flux Density” in the Design and Operation of Molten-Salt Solar Central Receivers

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Topics: Density , Design , Solar energy , Temperature

Development of a High-Temperature, Long-Shafted, Molten-Salt Pump for Power Tower Applications

Daniel L. Barth, James E. Pacheco, William J. Kolb, Earl E. Rush

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 170–175. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1464126

Abstract

View articletitled, Development of a High-Temperature, Long-Shafted, Molten-Salt Pump for Power Tower Applications

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Topics: Bearings , Pumps

Hybrid Dish/Stirling Systems: Combustor and Heat Pipe Receiver Development

Doerte Laing, Magnus Pa˚lsson

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 176–181. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1465433

Abstract

View articletitled, Hybrid Dish/Stirling Systems: Combustor and Heat Pipe Receiver Development

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Topics: Combustion , Combustion chambers , Combustion systems , Heat pipes , Solar energy , Stirling engines , Testing

Beam Characterization and Improvement with a Flux Mapping System for Dish Concentrators

Steffen Ulmer, Wolfgang Reinalter, Peter Heller, Eckhard Lu¨pfert, Diego Martı´nez

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 182–188. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1464881

Abstract

View articletitled, Beam Characterization and Improvement with a Flux Mapping System for Dish Concentrators

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Topics: Brightness (Photometry) , Calibration , Density , Errors , Membranes , Solar energy

Thermal Integral Micro-Generation Systems for Solar and Conventional Use

Abraham Kribus

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 189–197. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1464879

Abstract

View articletitled, Thermal Integral Micro-Generation Systems for Solar and Conventional Use

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Topics: Brayton cycle , Cycles , Engines , Generators , Heat , Solar energy , Temperature , Heat conduction , Fuels , Heat engines

Representative Terrestrial Solar Brightness Profiles

Andreas Neumann, Andreas Witzke, Scott A. Jones, Gregor Schmitt

J. Sol. Energy Eng. May 2002, 124(2): 198–204. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1464880

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View articletitled, Representative Terrestrial Solar Brightness Profiles

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Topics: Brightness (Photometry) , Solar energy , Statistical analysis , Measurement systems

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A Message from the Associate Editor

Technical Papers

An Update on Solar Central Receiver Systems, Projects, and Technologies

Advances in Parabolic Trough Solar Power Technology

The DISS Project: Direct Steam Generation in Parabolic Trough Systems. Operation and Maintenance Experience and Update on Project Status

Direct Steam Generation in Parabolic Troughs: First Results of the DISS Project

DSG Under Two-Phase and Stratified Flow in a Steel Receiver of a Parabolic Trough Collector

Survey of Thermal Energy Storage for Parabolic Trough Power Plants

Development of a Molten-Salt Thermocline Thermal Storage System for Parabolic Trough Plants

Influence of Direct Normal Irradiance Variation on the Optimal Parabolic Trough Field Size: A Problem Solved with Technical and Economical Simulations

The Role of “Allowable Flux Density” in the Design and Operation of Molten-Salt Solar Central Receivers

Development of a High-Temperature, Long-Shafted, Molten-Salt Pump for Power Tower Applications

Hybrid Dish/Stirling Systems: Combustor and Heat Pipe Receiver Development

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