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Apparatus and Method for Powering High Temperature Chemical Reactions using Solar Energy
This invention is a novel apparatus and method for powering high-temperature chemical reactions, such as calcination, using a solar powered reactor for direct air capture (DAC) of CO2. The system features a tower-mounted reactor positioned above a field of twisting heliostats, which concentrate sunlight into a thermally insulated chamber. Within the...
Published: 3/12/2025   |   Inventor(s): James Angel, Nicholas Didato, Richard Wortley
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Energy, Cleantech & Environmental > Low Carbon, Technology Classifications > Energy, Cleantech & Environmental > Renewable Energy > Solar/Photovoltaic, Technology Classifications > Materials > Chemicals
A Telescope for Mass Production at Low Cost
This technology is a new way to cost-effectively mass produce mirrors and optics for smaller (<30” aperture) telescopes. The mirrors are made using a rapid replication process and are equipped with coolers for active shape adjustment. It also employs an optical corrector near the focus to reduce atmospheric image blurring. This innovative manufacturing...
Published: 4/24/2024   |   Inventor(s): James Angel, Nicholas Didato, Joel Berkson, Richard Wortley
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Category(s): Technology Classifications > Imaging & Optics > Optical Fab / Metrology, Technology Classifications > Imaging & Optics > Lens & System Design