Patent ID: 6024086
Filing Date: 2000-02-15
Classification: F24S,Y02B,Y02E,Y10T

Abstract:
A solar energy absorbing system suitable for converting solar energy into thermal energy, the system comprising:a distribution header having a first plurality of round connection adapters mounted thereto;a collecting header having a second plurality of round connection adapters mounted thereto; and,at least one tube comprising a plurality of open channels each channel having a first end and a second end, the first end disposed over a distribution header adapter and the second end disposed over a collection header adapter,wherein said at least one tube is oval-shaped so that an increased surface area is exposed to sunlight allowing for a greater absorption of solar energy,and wherein said at least one tube has an internal support web lengthwise separating said channels, a portion of the internal support web at the first and second ends being removed to allow the oval-shaped tube to be squeezed over and attached to the round adapters.