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Solar reflector structure

US4240406A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 21, 1977
Grant dateDec 23, 1980
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Expiry dateNov 21, 1997

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S126/907
  • WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An improved solar collector system includes a reflective surface to reflect solar radiation onto an energy receiver. The reflective surface is disposed along the surface of a movable support panel which is a monocoque sheet metal construction. Suitable control equipment is affixed to the support structure to enable the reflective surface to be oriented toward the sun to achieve maximum solar energy recovery.

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