REFLECTING FILM REFLECTOR AND METHOD OF MAKING THE SAME

摘要

A reflector of the reflecting film type is disclosed which may be used in a heliostatic system for concentrating solar energy comprising a reflecting film bonded to an appropriate rigid substrate in such a way that specularity of a very high order is achieved. A method of bonding the reflecting film to the substrate is also disclosed and comprises the steps of initially adhering the film to a smooth, clean flat rigid surface with a non-bonding liquid between the rigid surface and film, and then bonding the substrate and film. The non-bonding liquid has a molecular adhesion greater than any stresses due to handling or curing of the bonding agent which is applied between the film and the opposing surface of the rigid substrate. (ERA citation 04:046240)