Abstract :
This paper describes a simulation model that reproduces the performance of parabolic trough solar thermal power plants with a thermal
storage system. The aim of this model is to facilitate the prediction of the electricity output of these plants during the various stages
of their planning, design, construction and operation. Model results for a 50MWe power plant are presented and compared to real data
from an equivalent power plant currently operated by the ACS Industrial Group in Spain.
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