Explain the difference between concentrated parabolic reflector (solar) and concenterated parabolic trough.Copmpare both on hte basis of cost construction appilccation and efficency?
concentrated parabolic reflector | concentrated parabolics trough |
1.Parabolic reflector pointed at the sun will reflect parallel rays of light to the focal point of the parabola | 1.A Parabolic trough is a one dimensional parabola that focuses solar energy onto a line. |
2.cost of refletor is less | 2.cost of trough is more |
3.efficiency based on optimal and thermal performances | 3.High efficiency |
4.applications are 1.cooling and air conditioning 2.steam generation |
4.Applications 1.hot water 2.steam 3.electrical energy production. |
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