Performance of Medium-power Fresnel Concentrator Solar Plant in Algerian Sites
Copyright policy )Performance of Medium-power Fresnel Concentrator Solar Plant in Algerian Sites
AbstractThe aim of this work is to characterize a 5MWe Fresnel solar power plant at different areas of Algeria Sahara. These areas have been chosen for comparison by shifting the plant in different locations; namely HassiR’mel, Tamanrasset, Beni-Abbes, and El Oued. Theoretical modeling has allowed the determination of mirror optimum number to avoid shadowing effects, blocking and cosine effect. Mirror optimum number was estimated at 40 mirrors. Furthermore, a simulation was carried out on a time scale, regarding insolation, “field” and “receiver” systems. The simulation results are depicted on annual basis. Efficiency, annual energy generation and the cost per kWh are evaluated. Indeed, the calculation of efficiency differs from a site to another with values of 15.7%, 11.8%, 11.6% and 10.4%, respectively for Tamanrasset, El Oued, Beni-Abbes, HassiR’mel. Thermal performances, technical and economic results have been also evaluated for the said sites.
- United States Food and Drug Administration United States
- Renewable Energy Development Center Algeria
- Center for Drug Evaluation and Research United States
- Center for Drug Evaluation and Research United States
solar thermal power plants, Fresnel Mirror Solar Concentrator, Solar energy, Energy(all), thermoelectric plants ;optical design, concentrating ;, Linear Fresnel Collector, performance
solar thermal power plants, Fresnel Mirror Solar Concentrator, Solar energy, Energy(all), thermoelectric plants ;optical design, concentrating ;, Linear Fresnel Collector, performance
