Solar Thermal Generator - GeoGen Test

This is the first test of this version of the GeoGen solar thermal generator. Unfortunately, the unit failed to produce any usable power, however, I did acquire critial data from the test runs to help determine the design changes needed to make it operational. The dish worked out fine, gets super hot. Melted a 2" hole in the aluminum heat exchanger.

Category:

Science & Technology

Tags:

• solar
• power
• energy
• reflector
• generator
• sterling
• engine
• parabolic
• dish

[geomagnetdotnet]

That was the idea. I tried several different high efficiency heat exchangers, but none of them would transfer the heat fast enough to the air mass allowing turbojet operation.

[geomagnetdotnet]

It's a parabolic curve. Broken up into 37 hexagonal segments. I used Rhino 3D modeller to workout the math by projecting a hexagonal map over the pabolic dish and then CNC casted the 6 primary segments (+1 center) and repeated 6x to get 36 + 1 center.  Took months and a few $k to build the first unit. Looking to sell my prototype castings for $900 (37 segments - this is less than my cost to build). Thanks

[DanFrederiksen]

what is that infernal noise? and what are we looking at?

[chuckbyf1]

Could this be used to project energy to a black plenum? I would think it would generate some very hot air for home heating.

[geomagnetdotnet]

@jravenus

Its linked to another site which provides the information to visitors that I invite to review the project and technology. You see this video because I made it public. I dont need to explain anything else to you.

[s4a4v4y]

need to know what area you guys live and please do post your findings please, but in more detail...thanks...more power to ya..no pun intended

[astrialkil]

@geomagnetdotnet The problem is steam is illegal in most locals unless you are a licensed steam engineer. So steam is out and hot air is the only lawful game in town.

[astrialkil]

@TalksWithDirt The problem is steam is illegal in most locals unless you are a licensed steam engineer. So steam is out and hot air is the only lawful game in town.

[jravenus]

@geomagnetdotnet What the hell is the purpose of making a video without a presentation and explanation.All i see you do is walking around a parabolic dish.D-D-D-DUH ! ! !

[unambitious]

I didn't know the sun was so freakin NOISY! What the hell is that?