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July 2, 2026International Journal of Energy Studies

A comprehensive review of concentrated solar power technologies: Operating principles, efficiency analyses, and energy storage capabilities of tower, parabolic trough, Dish-Stirling, and Fresnel systems

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OÇOlcay Kaan ÇakırSESule Erten‐ElaMEMesut Ekmekci

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This review examines the efficiency and energy storage of various CSP systems, indicating their role in renewable energy.

Key Points

  • To evaluate the principles, efficiency, and energy storage of Concentrated Solar Power technologies.
  • Reviewed various CSP systems including power towers, parabolic troughs, dish-Stirling engines, and Fresnel reflectors.
  • Analyzed operational principles, thermal energy storage methods, and system efficiencies.
  • Assessed advantages and limitations of each CSP technology.
  • CSP systems can compete with fossil fuel-based plants due to their storage capabilities and operational flexibility.
  • Enhanced energy security through power generation at night or in low solar conditions.
  • Advancements in technology could enable CSP to become a reliable baseload power source.

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Çakır et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a45fffc9ed1343031310454https://doi.org/10.58559/ijes.1982342
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