Optics Flashcards by Aldo Perez Salinas

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Transparent Cover Function

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Reduction of heat losses by convection
Protection of the absorber coating
High solar transmission
Made of Borosilicate glass

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Absorber Layer Function

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Maximize solar absorptivity
Minimize infrared emissivity
Made of Lacquers

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Solar Absorption Formula

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p + 𝜶 = 1

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Ideal Absorber Coatings

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Maximize solar gains
Minimize heat losses
Copper sheet and Black Paint

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