Optimal Design Method of a Hybrid CSP-PV Plant Based on Genetic Algorithm Considering the Operation Strategy

Table 3

Main parameters of CSP module.

Design condition		Optical coefficient	0.98
DNI	800 W/m^2	Reflectance efficiency	0.93
Ambient temperature	3°C	Cleanliness factor	0.95
Trough collector		Tracking factor	0.99
Focal length	1.84 m	Dust cover coefficient	0.98
Width	5 m	End shadow coefficient	0.97
Unit length	8 m	Transmissivity factor	0.96
Oil inlet/outlet temp.	285/390°C	Coating absorption factor	0.95
		Other factor	0.96