Simple interactive tool for visualizing concentrating reflections in 2-d. Varying mirror design or sun angle produces instant visualization of reflected beam. An ordinary Excel spreadsheet with no macros, this is a great tool for interactive study and CSP education.
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Location
OpenCSP_Box: OpenCSP_Tools/Interactive_2d_Ray_Trace
Status
Operational
Documentation
R. C. Brost. Interactive Heliostat 2-d Ray Trace Tool. Sandia National Laboratories presentation SAND2023-11304PE, September 25, 2023.