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by pjarmstrong
Fri Aug 05, 2011 10:02 am
Forum: Stirling and "Hot Air" Engine Forum
Topic: Heliostat Solutions for aiming parabolic reflector?
Replies: 8
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Heliostat Solutions for aiming parabolic reflector?

Tucson, AZ is the perfect loc. to utilize the sun to heat a Stirling Engine. Has anyone researched the problem of manufacturing a heliostat device for a reasonable price? I'm new to metalworking but have been a problem solver, home auto mechanic, installer, etc. for 40 years.
by pjarmstrong
Fri Aug 05, 2011 9:54 am
Forum: Stirling and "Hot Air" Engine Forum
Topic: New Members PLEASE read! - OR, having problems registering, being deactivated
Replies: 511
Views: 504296

Tucson, AZ 3D drafter, tinkerer new to Stirling

Checking in as eager but not very knowledgeable in metalwork. Tucson, AZ is perfect for solar thermal power generation and I don't want to use the high pressures involved in turbine systems. Photovoltaics are still too expensive/Kw and don't last forever. Second issue: anyone researched inexpensive ...