Technology
How does it work?
A parabolic concentrator is automatically positioned towards the sun during the day, enabling it to concentrate a high percentage of solar irradiation. The power plant is equipped with special mirrors to reflect the sunlight into its focal point, where the PCU (Power Conversion Unit) is located. In the heart of the PCU is the Stirling engine. With extraordinary efficiency, the Stirling engine transforms the concentrated solar irradiation into mechanical energy. The mechanical energy created by gas compression is then used by a power generator. The generator transforms the energy into grid-quality electrical energy and thermal energy that can be used directly for heating, solar cooling, thermal desalination, as well as industrial and agricultural purposes.
Sunflower SBT35
Stirling engine
piston
The heat Stirling engine (SB-Tedom V-183) is the most efficient thermodynamic cycle and it is a crucial device which converts heat energy into mechanical energy like combustion engines. Our Stirling engine is designed as a single-action α modification with closed-cycle double-cylinder reciprocating engine.
PCU 35-power conversion unit
control system
PCU 35 called aggregate includes the Stirling engine with generator and an external heat exchanger – receiver. The thermal receiver is a set of thin tubes with a working gas (Helium). The thermal receiver is the interface for heat transfer from concentrating reflected radiation from solar concentrator (dish) into the hot upper side of Stirling...
Solar mirrors SunReflect Pro
Solar mirrors with sandwich construction, high precision of 1 mrad, and resistance to weather conditions are ideal for efficient solar energy collection and use in Stirling engines. Our solar mirrors are a top-tier tool for reflecting sunlight into the receiver of a Stirling engine. Thanks to advanced technologies and high-quality construction...
ConcentFlexiSunFold Concentratorrator
Solar concentrator is a primary solar component of Dish Stirling technology. Prefabricated steel zinc coated parabolic concentrator delivers the sun’s fuel into the focal point where PCU with Stirling engine’s receiver is placed. The concentrator’s area is 57m2. The parabolic concentrator reflects the incoming solar radiation...
arm–bracket
control system
Sunscorpio
FlexiSunFold Concentrator
The SunScorpio concentrator is designed for maximum flexibility and efficiency. Its automatic folding and unfolding system makes installation and transportation easy and quick. The concentrator maintains azimuthal and horizontal movement, allowing it to efficiently track the sun throughout the day and reflect its radiation...
PCU 35 - power conversion unit
PCU 35 called aggregate includes the Stirling engine with generator and an external heat exchanger – receiver. The thermal receiver is a set of thin tubes with a working gas (Helium). The thermal receiver is the interface for heat transfer from concentrating reflected radiation from solar concentrator (dish) into the hot upper side of Stirling...
Foldable design
SunScorpio features an innovative folding design that allows for easy handling and transport. The entire system automatically unfolds into a fully functional platform and folds back into the container just as easily when anoperation is complete. This design ensures that the entire plant can be quickly deployed and dismantled according to actual needs.
PowerWall PV
The unused surface of the shipping container, where the concentrator arms are folded during transportation, is effectively utilized by adding a surface of photovoltaic panels. These panels contribute to the overall system performance and maximize the energy efficiency of SunScorpio, making this mobile solar power plant an even more attractive option for flexible and sustainable energy
solutions.
R&D
in progress
CSP Dish Stirling technology
comparison
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| 1 | Electricity
The technology unlocks the potential for several different use cases, making it a versatile and low-risk asset in comparison to other technologies. |
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| 2 | Heat
The technology unlocks the potential for several different use cases, making it a versatile and low-risk asset in comparison to other technologies. |
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| 3 | Solar Cooling
The technology unlocks the potential for several different use cases, making it a versatile and low-risk asset in comparison to other technologies. |
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| 4 | Thermal Desalination
The technology unlocks the potential for several different use cases, making it a versatile and low-risk asset in comparison to other technologies. |
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| 5 | Green Hydrogen production
The technology unlocks the potential for several different use cases, making it a versatile and low-risk asset in comparison to other technologies. |
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| 6 | Mobile Solution | 1 | 1 | |
| 7 | Pre-assembly structure, foundation free
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| 8 | Full dispatch and smart dispatch | 1 | 1 | |
| 9 | Energy storage potential | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 10 | Off-grid
The CSP DS technology enables remote management of energy supplies, including switching it on/off and selecting a desired output power. |
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| 11 | Smart grid, micro grid, mini grid
The CSP DS technology enables remote management of energy supplies, including switching it on/off and selecting a desired output power. |
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| 12 | Rugged rocky terrain | 1 | ||
| 13 | Easy off-set and local production
The technology is designed to be easily produced locally to increase cost efficiency and reduce carbon footprints. |
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| 14 | Cooling without water
Water is a precious commodity, especially in areas with high irradiation. CSP DS does not require water cooling, which makes it standout against competitive concentrated solar power solutions. |
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| 15 | Constant peak production | 1 | 1 | |
| 16 | Quick installation and dismantling | 1 | 1 | |
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