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Editorial

Abraham Kribus,, JSEE Associate Editor (Solar Collectors)

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 823. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1762476

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Topics: Solar cells , Solar energy , Solar energy conversion , Solar power , Solar power stations , Sunlight

Solar Scenery

PETAL—The Giant Solar Dish at Sede Boqer

David Faiman

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 824–825. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1751427

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View articletitled, PETAL—The Giant Solar Dish at Sede Boqer

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Topics: Solar energy

A High Temperature Solar Particle Receiver

Rudi Bertocchi,, Jacob Karni, and, Abraham Kribus

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 826. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1748440

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View articletitled, A High Temperature Solar Particle Receiver

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Topics: High temperature , Particulate matter , Solar energy

Technical Papers

Determining the Optical Properties of PETAL, the $400 m^{2}$ Parabolic Dish at Sede Boqer

S. Biryukov

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 827–832. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1756925

Abstract

View articletitled, Determining the Optical Properties of PETAL, the <math xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML"><mrow xmlns=""><mn>400</mn><mspace width="0.17em"></mspace><msup><mi>m</mi><mrow><mn>2</mn></mrow></msup></mrow></math> Parabolic Dish at Sede Boqer

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Topics: Hazardous substances , Mirrors , Solar energy , Sunlight

Experimentally Determined Optical Properties of a Polydisperse Carbon Black Cloud for a Solar Particle Receiver

Rudi Bertocchi, Abraham Kribus, Jacob Karni

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 833–841. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1756924

Abstract

View articletitled, Experimentally Determined Optical Properties of a Polydisperse Carbon Black Cloud for a Solar Particle Receiver

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Topics: Electromagnetic scattering , Particulate matter , Radiation scattering , Scattering (Physics) , Particle size , Solar energy , Albedo , Carbon black pigments

Continuous Tracking of Heliostats

Abraham Kribus, Irina Vishnevetsky, Moshe Meri, Amnon Yogev, Andrei Sytnik

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 842–849. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1668026

Abstract

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Topics: Errors , Motors

Solar Gasification of Biomass: A Molten Salt Pyrolysis Study

Roman Adinberg, Michael Epstein, Jacob Karni

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 850–857. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1753577

Abstract

View articletitled, Solar Gasification of Biomass: A Molten Salt Pyrolysis Study

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Topics: Biomass , Particulate matter , Pyrolysis , Solar energy , Temperature , Heating , Heat transfer

Chemical Kinetics Simulation of High Temperature Hydrocarbons Reforming in a Solar Reactor

Rachamim Rubin, Jacob Karni, Jacob Yeheskel

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 858–866. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1691439

Abstract

View articletitled, Chemical Kinetics Simulation of High Temperature Hydrocarbons Reforming in a Solar Reactor

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Topics: Carbon dioxide , Catalysts , Chemical kinetics , Equilibrium (Physics) , High temperature , Methane , Simulation , Solar energy , Temperature , Water

Modification of Gas Turbines and Operation with Solar Produced Syngas

C. Sugarmen, A. Rotstein, U. Fisher, J. Sinai

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 867–871. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1758725

Abstract

View articletitled, Modification of Gas Turbines and Operation with Solar Produced Syngas

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Topics: Fuels , Gas turbines , Solar energy , Syngas , Turbines

Gas Turbine “Solarization”-Modifications for Solar/Fuel Hybrid Operation

Uri Fisher, Chemi Sugarmen, Arik Ring, Joseph Sinai

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 872–878. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1763602

Abstract

View articletitled, Gas Turbine “Solarization”-Modifications for Solar/Fuel Hybrid Operation

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Topics: Gas turbines , Solar energy , Turbines , Fuels , Temperature

A Liquid Desiccant System for Solar Cooling and Dehumidification

K. Gommed, G. Grossman

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 879–885. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1690284

Abstract

View articletitled, A Liquid Desiccant System for Solar Cooling and Dehumidification

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Topics: Air conditioning , Cooling , Dehumidification , Dehumidifiers , Flow (Dynamics) , Heat , Solar energy , Temperature , Water , Solar heating

What are the Required Conditions for Heavy Structure Buildings to be Thermally Effective in a Hot Humid Climate?

Isaac G. Capeluto, Abraham Yezioro, Edna Shaviv, Professor

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 886–892. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1755242

Abstract

View articletitled, What are the Required Conditions for Heavy Structure Buildings to be Thermally Effective in a Hot Humid Climate?

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Topics: Air conditioning , Climate , Structures , Temperature , Ventilation , Energy conservation , Shorelines

A High Surface Area Organic Solar Cell Prepared by Electrochemical Deposition

Yishay Diamant, Arie Zaban

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 893–897. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1755243

Abstract

View articletitled, A High Surface Area Organic Solar Cell Prepared by Electrochemical Deposition

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Topics: Electrodes , Solar cells , Electrolytes , Electrodeposition , Organic semiconductors

Optimal Solar Field Design of Stationary Collectors

Dan Weinstock, Ph.D. student, Joseph Appelbaum

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 898–905. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1756137

Abstract

View articletitled, Optimal Solar Field Design of Stationary Collectors

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Topics: Design , Optimization , Solar energy , Shades and shadows

The Negev Radiation Survey

David Faiman, Daniel Feuermann, Peter Ibbetson, Bryan Medwed, Amos Zemel, Amiran Ianetz, Vera Liubansky, Ilan Setter, Samuel Suraqui

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 906–914. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1756138

Abstract

View articletitled, The Negev Radiation Survey

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Topics: Radiation (Physics) , Meteorology , Solar power stations , Solar radiation

On the Design and Analysis of a Pyrheliometer Comprising a Convex Lens

A. Dayan, A. Olbinsky, G. Mittelman

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 915–920. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1758724

Abstract

View articletitled, On the Design and Analysis of a Pyrheliometer Comprising a Convex Lens

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Topics: Calibration , Design , Instrumentation , Lenses (Optics) , Solar energy , Temperature , Thermocouples , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Transients (Dynamics) , Thermal conductivity

A Study on Simulations of the Power Output and Practical Models for Building Integrated Photovoltaic Systems

Lin Lu, Student, H. X. Yang, Associate Professor

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 929–935. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1701883

Abstract

View articletitled, A Study on Simulations of the Power Output and Practical Models for Building Integrated Photovoltaic Systems

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Topics: Circuits , Photovoltaic power systems , Simulation , Simulation models , Solar cells , Solar radiation , Temperature

Effect of Voltage Level on Power System Design for Solar Electric Propulsion Missions

Thomas W. Kerslake

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 936–944. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1710523

Abstract

View articletitled, Effect of Voltage Level on Power System Design for Solar Electric Propulsion Missions

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Topics: Design , Electric propulsion , Electrons , Power systems (Machinery) , Space vehicles , Solar energy , Solar cell arrays , Plasmas (Ionized gases)

NASA Climatological Data for Renewable Energy Assessment

William S. Chandler, Charles H. Whitlock, Paul W. Stackhouse,, Jr.

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 945–949. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1748466

Abstract

View articletitled, NASA Climatological Data for Renewable Energy Assessment

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Topics: Geometry , Meteorology , NASA , Renewable energy , Solar energy , Wind , Wind velocity , Design , Internet , Solar radiation

Characteristic Heat Removal Efficiency for Thermosyphon Solar Water Heaters During the System Application Phase

J. M. Chang

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 950–956. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1753576

Abstract

View articletitled, Characteristic Heat Removal Efficiency for Thermosyphon Solar Water Heaters During the System Application Phase

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Topics: Heat , Solar energy , Storage tanks , Water

Standard Skies Classification Using Common Climatic Parameters

Danny H. W. Li, Chris C. S. Lau, Joseph C. Lam

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 957–964. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1740776

Abstract

View articletitled, Standard Skies Classification Using Common Climatic Parameters

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Topics: Brightness (Photometry) , Sunlight , Daylighting

Discussion

Solar Energy Research and Development Achievements in Israel and Their Practical Significance

Amnon Einav

J. Sol. Energy Eng. August 2004, 126(3): 921–928. doi: https://doi.org/10.1115/1.1758246

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View articletitled, Solar Energy Research and Development Achievements in Israel and Their Practical Significance

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Topics: Solar energy

Editorial

Editorial

Solar Scenery

PETAL—The Giant Solar Dish at Sede Boqer

A High Temperature Solar Particle Receiver

Technical Papers

Determining the Optical Properties of PETAL, the $400 m^{2}$ Parabolic Dish at Sede Boqer

Experimentally Determined Optical Properties of a Polydisperse Carbon Black Cloud for a Solar Particle Receiver

Continuous Tracking of Heliostats

Solar Gasification of Biomass: A Molten Salt Pyrolysis Study

Chemical Kinetics Simulation of High Temperature Hydrocarbons Reforming in a Solar Reactor

Modification of Gas Turbines and Operation with Solar Produced Syngas

Gas Turbine “Solarization”-Modifications for Solar/Fuel Hybrid Operation

A Liquid Desiccant System for Solar Cooling and Dehumidification

What are the Required Conditions for Heavy Structure Buildings to be Thermally Effective in a Hot Humid Climate?

A High Surface Area Organic Solar Cell Prepared by Electrochemical Deposition

Optimal Solar Field Design of Stationary Collectors

The Negev Radiation Survey

On the Design and Analysis of a Pyrheliometer Comprising a Convex Lens

A Study on Simulations of the Power Output and Practical Models for Building Integrated Photovoltaic Systems

Effect of Voltage Level on Power System Design for Solar Electric Propulsion Missions

NASA Climatological Data for Renewable Energy Assessment

Characteristic Heat Removal Efficiency for Thermosyphon Solar Water Heaters During the System Application Phase

Standard Skies Classification Using Common Climatic Parameters

Discussion

Solar Energy Research and Development Achievements in Israel and Their Practical Significance

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