Integrated collector storage solar systems with asymmetric CPC reflectors

New types of ICS solar systems were designed and outdoor tests of experimental models were performed. The systems consist of single cylindrical horizontal water storage tanks placed inside stationary truncated asymmetric CPC reflector troughs of different design. We used high emittance absorber surface, low cost curved reflectors, iron oxide glazing and thermal insulation at the non illuminated tank surfaces, aiming towards cost effective ICS systems with satisfactory heat preservation during the night. Four experimental models of different designs were constructed and tested to determine their performance regarding their mean daily efficiency and thermal losses during the night. The new ICS systems were compared to an ICS system with symmetric CPC reflectors of similar construction and dimensions and also to a typical Flat Plate Thermosiphonic Unit (FPTU). Test results showed that the ICS systems with asymmetric CPC reflectors present almost the same mean daily efficiency and better preservation of hot water temperature during the night, compared to the ICS system with the symmetric CPC reflectors. The comparison with the FPTU system confirmed the satisfied daily operation of all ICS systems and their moderate storage heat preservation during the night. Theoretical results showed acceptable thermal performance of all ICS systems regarding annual operation.

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