A35 -- Solar Energy Use (I-P)
The sun radiates considerable energy onto the earth. Putting that diffuse, rarely over 300 Btu/h ft2 energy to work has lead to the creation of many types of devices to convert that energy into useful forms, mainly heat and electricity. How that energy is valued economically drives the ebb and flow of the global solar industry. This chapter discusses several different types of solar equipment and system designs for various HVAC applications, as well as methods to determine the solar resource.Chapter Table of ContentsQuality and Quantity of Solar EnergySolar Energy CollectionComponentsWater HeatingSolar Heating and Cooling SystemsCooling by Nocturnal Radiation and EvaporationCooling by Solar EnergySizing Solar Heating and Cooling Systems: Energy RequirementsInstallation GuidelinesDesign, Installation, and Operation ChecklistPhotovoltaic ApplicationsSymbolsCitation: 2011 ASHRAE Handbook -- HVAC Applications: Chapter 35, Solar Energy Use
Product Code(s): D-A352011IP
