Experimental thermal trap (IMAGE) ETH Zurich Caption Illustration of the experimental thermal trap. It consists of a quartz rod (inside) and a ceramic absorber (outside). Solar radiation enters at the front, heat is generated in the rear area. Credit Visualizations: Casati E et al. Device 2024, edited Usage Restrictions For editorial use only! License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.