Photovoltaics and ArchitectureRandall Thomas Photovoltaic systems (PVs) produce electricity directly from solar radiation and are becoming more widespread as their advantages become apparent. This new guide provides an overview of how PVs work and how they are incorporated in the design of buildings, giving designers a good idea of the variety and flexibility of PVs and of their design and aesthetic potential. Seven contemporary case studies illustrate the use and application of photovoltaic systems. |
Other editions - View all
Common terms and phrases
achieve additional allow annual approximately Architects architectural arrangements array building cables cells Centre Chapter cladding client components connected considerations considered construction consumption cost Courtesy daylight demand detailed discussed Earth effect efficiency electricity energy engineers environmental estimated ETSU example existing facade Figure floor function future gives glass glazing grid heat important incorporated increase integrated internal inverter irradiation issues less light load London loss lower maximum metering monocrystalline normally operation output panels performance photovoltaic possible potential produce PV installation PV modules PV system radiation reduce roof scheme shading shows silicon solar space strategy structures summer supply surface Table temperature thermal typical unit University ventilation voltage wall wind