S37 -- Solar Energy Equipment (I-P)

Solar energy use is becoming more economical as the cost of energy continues to climb, especially with increasing government and utility incentives as well as growing interest in green and/or sustainable construction. In addition, many countries consider solar and renewable energy as a security measure to ensure the availability of power under adverse conditions. While the United States continues to grow its solar industry, China, Europe, Asia, and the Mediterranean basin are leading development of advanced manufacturing techniques and applications. However, equipment and systems are still very similar in all markets; therefore, this chapter primarily discusses the basic equipment used, with particular attention to collectors. More detailed descriptions of systems and designs can be found in Chapter 35 of the 2011 ASHRAE Handbook--HVAC Applications.

Chapter Table of Contents

SOLAR HEATING SYSTEMS
Air-Heating Systems
Liquid-Heating Systems
Solar Thermal Energy Collectors
Row Design
Array Design
Thermal Energy Storage
Heat Exchangers
Controls
PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS

ISBN: 978-1-936504-25-1 (for I-P versions of chapters)
ISSN: 1078-6066 (for I-P versions of chapters)

Citation: 2012 ASHRAE Handbook -- HVAC Systems and Equipment: Chapter 37, Solar Energy Equipment



Product Code(s): D-S372012I-P