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Aerodynamic Study Of Forces Due To Wind Velocity And Angle Of Attack On Parabolic Solar Troughs, Brian Northshield
Aerodynamic Study Of Forces Due To Wind Velocity And Angle Of Attack On Parabolic Solar Troughs, Brian Northshield
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Scant literature exists of the atmospheric effects on parabolic solar troughs. The technology is relatively new, so supporting studies by consequence are as well.
This study examines the effects of wind at various speeds, with various angles of attack on parabolic solar troughs. This begins by picking up on previous study, corroborating previously found data, then introduces new angles of attack. The model includes the presence of the solar tube where other studies omit.
The purpose of this study is to build a data set which is useful for structural consideration. During the course of this study, it was found …