SALT-GRADIENT SOLAR POND.

Abstract

This description of the development of a salt-gradient solar pond - its construction, operation, performance and applications - starts with a brief history of solar ponds. The working principle of the pond and the absorption of radiation in salt water have been described and the factors affecting the performance of the solar pond have been identified. The methods of construction, operation and maintenance of the salt-gradient solar pond have been dealt with in detail. Finally, the possible applications of the solar pond have been discussed.