lesson 4

Question 1

application of flat plate collector:

Answer 1

1. solar water heating system for residence and hotel, industry
2. desalination plant for obtaining drinking water from sea water
3. solar cookers for domestic cooking
4. drying application
5. residence heating

Question 2

losses in flat plate collector

Answer 2

1. shadow effect
2. cosine loss factor
3. reflective loss factor

Question 3

maintenance of flat plate collector

Answer 3

1. daily cleaning
2. seasonal maintenance (cleaning, touch-up paint)

3.yearly overhaul (change of seals, cleaning after dismantling)