Solar Thermal Power Generation

Abstract

Solar power plants use the Sun as a source of heat. In order to produce a high enough temperature for an electric plant, solar energy must be concentrated. In a solar power plant, this is usually found in mirrors. Global solar energy estimates show that it is more than just providing the world's total energy needs. There are three solar-powered technologies based on three methods of concentrating solar energy: solar power plants, solar power plants, and solar energy plants. The mirrors used in these plants are usually made of glass, although other techniques are still being considered. Power plants of these types use solar heating to heat thermodynamic liquids such as water to drive a thermodynamic engine; in water, this will be a steam turbine. Solar power plants can have heat storage systems that allow them to generate electricity for more than an hour during the day.