Central Receiver-Based CSP Plants: Trends and Categorization
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https://doi.org/10.52825/solarpaces.v3i.2425Keywords:
Concentrated Solar Power (CSP), Central Receiver Based Plants, Categorization, Future TrendsAbstract
Central receiver-based concentrated solar power (CSP) systems play a crucial role in solar energy technology, particularly for their ability to operate at higher temperatures than conventional linear concentrators, and for better integration of thermal energy storage in a more direct manner. This paper methodically examines the development and classification of central receiver-based CSP technologies, including power towers, solar furnaces, and beam-down configurations. It aims to emphasize the operational advantages and challenges of these technologies through a literature review. Through an in-depth examination of strategic pathways, including hybridization and co-location, this study reveals critical trends in market deployment frameworks, underpinning the future of CSP integration in the transition to renewable energy solutions.
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