During automn 2019, the Next-CSP solar loop has been complemented with new components beeing assembled within the overall pilot.
A – Mounting of the solar receiver absorber tubes at Themis solar plant
B – On the picture below, you can see the pilot loop beeing assembled.
Fom top to bottom :
1 – Receiver tubes outlet
2 – Hot storage-heat exchanger
On the right: Bucket elevator