A high concentration central receiver system and method provides improved
reflectors and a unique heat removal system. The central receiver has a
plurality of interconnected reflectors coupled to a tower structure at a
predetermined height above ground for reflecting solar radiation. A
plurality of concentrators are disposed between the reflectors and the
ground such that the concentrators receive reflective solar radiation
from the reflectors. The central receiver system further includes a heat
removal system for removing heat from the reflectors and an area
immediately adjacent the concentrators. Each reflector includes a mirror,
a facet, and an adhesive compound. The adhesive compound is disposed
between the mirror and the facet such that the mirror is fixed to the
facet under a compressive stress.