Solar heat collecting element having an edge welded bellows assembly
US9423154B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 5, 2010 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 11, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/44
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A solar heat collecting element for use in solar troughs and solar power systems. The solar heat collecting element includes a conduit for carrying a heat transfer fluid; a light transparent envelope disposed about the conduit; and an edge welded metal bellows assembly coupling a first end of the conduit with a first end of the envelope.
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