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Inexpensive high-temperature solar collector

Abstract

Similar to flat-plate collector, concentrator uses water lenses to achieve temperatures near 200 degrees Centigrade. Lens assembly consists of parallel cylindrical lenses made of glass or plastic shells, reducing manufacturing costs and improving portability.

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Dorman, J., Lansing, F. L.. 1977-09-01. Inexpensive high-temperature solar collector. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19770000178

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