Rackam's low-temperature cogeneration system seamlessly integrates two advanced technologies. High-efficiency evacuated tube collectors capture abundant solar thermal energy, delivering a steady supply of medium-temperature fluid. This energy is then enhanced by heat pumps, which elevate the temperature to a higher, more usable level with minimal electricity consumption.
1. Parabolic throughs | 3. Pumping module | 5. Storage tank |
2. Solar dryer | 4. Piping network |
An evacuated tube collector is made of multiple glass tubes (kind of like long thermoses) that absorb solar energy. Each tube has a vacuum (an evacuated space) between two layers of glass, which greatly reduces heat loss.