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Enhanced On-Site Characterization of Heliostat Surface via Direct Calculation of Reflected Beam’s Normal Vectors

Year: 2025

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: In this study, the results obtained through the algorithm presented for calculating the surface error will be analyzed. This aims to achieve a more precise characterization of the heliostat surface, independent of external conditions such as environment or solar field configuration. This can be accomplished by acquiring data obtained through HelioscharPlus characterization system, which has been presented in previous works and is distinguished by being based on data measured in real conditions, providing insights into the actual operation of the heliostat. This measurement mode offers the possibility to apply refinement process to the results, crucial for enhancing the accuracy of the characterization and aligning it more closely with real-world conditions.

Source: SolarPACES Conference Proceedings

DOI: 10.52825/solarpaces.v3i.2402

Authors: Kontxi Isabel Aginaga Etxamendi, Angel M. Andueza, Adrian Peña-Lapuente, Sonia Escorza, Marcelino Sanchez

Institutions: National Renewable Energy Centre, National Renewable Energy Centre, Universidad Pública de Navarra (UPNA)

Language: English

Topic: Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Systems

Subfield: Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment

Field: Energy

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

Funders: European Commission, Agencia Estatal de Investigación, Next Generation Foundation

Awards: G3480869486, G5080475149, G7084143925