Optimization of PT Plants

The PtOptimize() function in SamUL runs the same code as the power tower heliostat field optimization wizard that you can access from the power tower model's Heliostat Field page. That optimization routine calculates the optimal number and distribution of heliostats in the power tower solar field. It does not apply to the parabolic trough or other CSP models.

I suggested the SamUL script as an example of how to use SamUL to automate a parametric study. You could do an equivalent optimization using the Parametric simulation option, but in some cases using SamUL may be more efficient. That's especially true if your optimization involves several variables.

Best regards,
Paul.