A new TRNSYS component for parabolic trough collector simulation

This study describes and evaluates a new simulation component for parabolic trough collectors (PTCs). The new simulation component is implemented in the TRNSYS software environment by means of new Type that is suitable for integration into the calculation of a whole concentrating solar thermal plant...

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Main Authors: Vassiliki Drosou, Loreto Valenzuela, Argiro Dimoudi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2018-03-01
Series:International Journal of Sustainable Energy
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/14786451.2016.1251432