A solar power conversion system using a plurality of engines to convert
solar energy to electrical energy. The plurality of engines are supported
adjacent to a housing having a single thermal cavity. The cavity is
provided with solar energy from a solar collector. Each of the engines
can be turned off or regulated to maintain an optimum operating
temperature for a common heater head in communication with each of the
engines. Therefore, the power conversion system can be regulated for
variations in insolation to maintain an optimum temperature in the heater
head. Therefore, increased life cycle energy efficiency of the power
conversion system can be obtained.