Concentrated Solar Power Tower System
This system uses mirrors to concentrate sunlight on a central receiver, heating molten salt. The hot molten salt drives a turbine to produce electricity.
Technical Specifications
System Overview
High-Efficiency Thermal Concentration
This concentrated solar power system utilizes a sophisticated array of mirrors to focus sunlight onto a central receiver. By heating molten salt to high temperatures, the system provides a reliable medium for large-scale steam generation and electricity production. Designed for industrial-scale energy efficiency, it integrates seamless storage and conversion components to ensure consistent power output.
Operational Metrics
Thermal Performance
565 °C
Hot Salt Temperature
290 °C
Cold Salt Temperature
System Components
Primary Modules
- Heliostat field (mirror array)
- Central tower receiver
- Hot molten salt storage tank
- Cold molten salt storage tank
- Steam generator
- Turbine and generator unit
- Condenser
- Substation
- System Classification
- Concentrated Solar PowerThermal Energy StorageUtility-Scale Power
