Efficient hybrid electric and thermal energy generation

X. Winston Xia; Alexander V. Parfenov; Tin M. Aye; Min-Yi Shih

doi:10.1117/12.894166

19 September 2011 Efficient hybrid electric and thermal energy generation

X. Winston Xia, Alexander V. Parfenov, Tin M. Aye, Min-Yi Shih

Proceedings Volume 8108, High and Low Concentrator Systems for Solar Electric Applications VI; 81080F (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.894166
Event: SPIE Solar Energy + Technology, 2011, San Diego, California, United States

Abstract

We demonstrate a novel hybrid solar photovoltaic electrical and thermal energy cogeneration system with high efficiency, at potentially reduced overall weight and size compared with current solar energy systems. The new system is based on highly efficient photovoltaic solar cells and tubular water thermal receivers, incorporating holographic spectral beam light guide concentrators resulting in a more cost-effective solution. Details of fabrication and preliminary experimental testing results are presented.

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X. Winston Xia, Alexander V. Parfenov, Tin M. Aye, and Min-Yi Shih "Efficient hybrid electric and thermal energy generation", Proc. SPIE 8108, High and Low Concentrator Systems for Solar Electric Applications VI, 81080F (19 September 2011); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.894166

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