Introduction of DLR QUARZ Scope Assessment Label for Independent Product Tests of CSP Key Components

Abstract

The QUARZ scope assessment label for independent product tests of CSP key components, like parabolic trough receiver or mirrors, is introduced to support the end customer in assessing the product quality and test reports. Two dimensions of quality criteria are defined for assessing product qualification in a standardized manner in QUARZ reports. Aspects of test significance, e.g. number of samples or prototypes vs. independent selection from series production, are covered by the dimension significance category. The completeness of the characterization is represented in the scope level. The scope level compares the tests performed to the tests that could be performed to describe all aspects relevant for a characterization. Goal of the label is to support the end customer of CSP components in assessing the product quality based on the test report