10 MWe Solar Thermal Central Receiver Pilot Plant Mode 5 (Test 1150) and Mode 6 (Test 1160) Test Report

摘要

The purpose of this report is to document the test results and conclusions pertinent to operating Mode 5 (charging only) and Mode 6 (extraction) of the Thermal Storage Subsystem of Solar One. Mode 5 was demonstrated successfully, particularly during periods of cloud passages over the sun. Dual charging train testing, while successful, revealed that dual train operation was not often necessary or desirable. Mode 6 testing was demonstrated for both single and dual train operation; stable single train operation was demonstrated at 0.7 MWe (gross). The extractable energy capacity of the Thermal Storage Unit was demonstrated to exceed the design requirements during Mode 6 testing. (ERA citation 11:035769)