Cast Components for High Temperature Concentrating Solar-Thermal Power Thermal Systems

High-temperature CSP systems operate at temperatures greater than 700Ëš Celsius, which can be a challenge for components made from conventional metal alloys. While these components are typically hammered into the appropriate shape and then welded, this project will explore the feasibility of casting, a simpler and lower-cost manufacturing process in which liquid metal is poured into a mold to create precisely shaped components. Casting is best suited for intricately designed CSP components like heat exchangers, tubes, and vessels and could significantly reduce fabrication costs, helping to reduce overall CSP capital costs.