Lightweight, low-cost heliostat mirror for concentrating solar power
US10642011B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 27, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 5, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 27, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/47
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods are described herein that may be used to form a heliostat. Various reflective surfaces and support structures are described that permit lightweight construction of configurable heliostats.
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