Solar power in building design : the engineer's complete design resource

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Gevorkian, Peter

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New York, NY : McGraw-Hill, 2007

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9780071485630

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Architecture and solar radiation

Solar buildings

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Design, Implement, and Audit the Most Energy-Efficient, Cost-Effective Solar Power Systems for Any Type of Building!

Solar Power in Building Design is a complete guide to designing, implementing, and auditing energy-efficient, cost-effective solar power systems for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. From basic theory through project planning, cost estimating, and manufacturing methods, this vital resource offers you everything needed for solar power design success.

Filled with case studies and illustrations, this state-of-the-art design tool covers new solar technologies...design implementation techniques...energy conservation...the economics of solar power systems...passive solar heating power...and more. Solar Power in Building Design features:

Step-by-step instructions for designing, implementing, and auditing solar power systems Expert guidance on using solar power in any type of building-from basic theory through project planning, cost estimating, and manufacturing Complete details on Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), plus rebate procedures and forms

Inside This Cutting-Edge Solar Power Toolkit

* Solar power physics and technology * Practical guide to solar power design * Solar power design implementation * Energy conservation * Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) * Sustainable energy rebate * Economics of solar power systems * Passive solar heating power

Author Notes

Dr. Peter Gevorkian, PhD (Glendale, CA) is President of Vector Delta Design Group, Inc., an electrical engineering and solar power design consulting organization specializing in industrial, commercial and residential projects. In the past several years, the company extended its expertise in the field of renewable energy sources such as solar power, fuel cells and micro-turbine cogeneration. Since 1971, Dr. Gevorkian has been an active member of the Canadian and California Board of Professional Engineers. He has taught computer science, automation control, and has authored several technical papers, in addition to the books Sustainable Energy Systems in Architectural Design and the upcoming Sustainable Energy Systems Engineering.

Foreword	p. xv
Introduction	p. xvii
Acknowledgments	p. xxv
Disclaimer Note	p. xxvii
Chapter 1 Solar Power System Physics	p. 1
Introduction	p. 1
A Brief History of the Photoelectric Phenomenon	p. 1
Solar Cell Physics	p. 5
Solar Cell Electronics	p. 7
Types of Solar Cells Technologies	p. 8
Other Technologies	p. 12
Concentrators	p. 13
Solar Panel Arrays	p. 13
Solar Power System Components	p. 15
Chapter 2 Solar Power Technologies	p. 21
Introduction	p. 21
Crystalline Solar Photovoltaic Module Production	p. 21
Amonix Megaconcentrators	p. 28
Film Technologies	p. 33
Solar Photovoltaic System Power Research and Development in the United States	p. 42
Chapter 3 Solar Power System Design Considerations	p. 47
Introduction	p. 47
Solar Power System Components and Materials	p. 48
Solar Power System Configuration and Classifications	p. 48
Storage Battery Technologies	p. 55
Solar Power System Wiring	p. 66
Entrance Service Considerations for Grid-Connected Solar Power Systems	p. 71
Lightning Protection	p. 72
Central Monitoring and Logging System Requirements	p. 75
Ground-Mount Photovoltaic Module Installation and Support Hardware	p. 79
Roof-Mount Installations	p. 81
Electric Shock Hazard and Safety Considerations	p. 90
Maintenance	p. 92
Photovoltaic Design Guidelines	p. 93
Chapter 4 Introduction to Solar Power System Design	p. 95
Insolation	p. 95
Shading Analysis and Solar Energy Performance Multiplier	p. 99
Site Evaluation	p. 103
Solar Power Design	p. 111
Chapter 5 Solar Power Generation Project Implementation	p. 117
Introduction	p. 117
Designing a Typical Residential Solar Power System	p. 117
Example of Typical Solar Power System Design and Installation Plans for a Single Residential Unit	p. 119
Commercial Applications	p. 124
Small-Scale Solar Power Pumping Systems	p. 131
Large-Capacity Solar Power Pumping Systems	p. 133
Pump Operation Characteristics	p. 135
Semitropic Open Field Single-Axis Tracking System PV Array-Technical Specifications	p. 137
Chapter 6 Energy Conservation	p. 143
Introduction	p. 143
General Energy-Saving Measures	p. 143
Power Factor Correction	p. 147
A Few Words about Power Generation and Distribution Efficiency	p. 148
Computerized Lighting Control	p. 150
California Title 24 Electric Energy Compliance	p. 156
Indoor Lighting Compliance	p. 156
Outdoor Lighting and Signs	p. 164
Performance-Occupancy and Daylight Sensors	p. 170
Web-Based Display Monitoring System	p. 171
Solar Power Facts	p. 171
Chapter 7 LEED-Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design	p. 173
Energy Use and the Environment	p. 173
State of California Green Building Action Plan	p. 174
LEED	p. 176
Los Angeles Audubon Nature Center-A LEED-Certified Platinum Project	p. 186
TriCom Office Building	p. 190
Warehouse, Rochester, New York	p. 192
Water and Life Museum, Hemet, California	p. 196
Hearst Tower	p. 208
Statement by Cal/EPA Secretary Regarding Assembly Bill 32	p. 212
Conclusion	p. 212
Chapter 8 California Solar Initiative Program	p. 213
CSI Fund Distribution	p. 214
CSI Power Generation Targets	p. 214
Incentive Payment Structure	p. 215
Expected Performance-Based Buydown (EPBB)	p. 216
Performance-Based Incentive (PBI)	p. 217
Host Customer	p. 217
Solar Power Contractors and Equipment Sellers	p. 221
PV System Sizing Requirement	p. 222
Energy Efficiency Audit	p. 223
Warranty and Performance Permanency Requirements	p. 223
Insurance	p. 223
Grid Interconnection and Metering Requirements	p. 224
Inspection	p. 224
CSI Incentive Limitations	p. 224
CSI Reservation Steps	p. 225
Incentive Payments	p. 229
An Example of the Procedure for Calculating the California Solar Incentive Rebate	p. 229
Equipment Distributors	p. 234
Special Funding for Affordable Housing Projects	p. 234
Special Funding for Public and Charter Schools	p. 236
Principal Types of Municipal Lease	p. 236
Electric Energy Cost Increase	p. 239
California Assembly Bill 32	p. 240
Example of Energy Cost Increase in Solar Power Financial Analysis	p. 243
Chapter 9 Economics of Solar Power Systems	p. 249
Introduction	p. 249
Preliminary Engineering Design	p. 249
Meteorological Data	p. 253
Energy Cost Factor	p. 254
Project Cost Analysis	p. 255
Feasibility Study Report	p. 258
Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District	p. 258
Chapter 10 Passive Solar Heating Technologies	p. 267
Introduction	p. 267
Passive Solar Water Heating	p. 267
Pool Heating	p. 268
Concentrator Solar Technologies	p. 278
Solar Cooling and Air Conditioning	p. 280
Direct Solar Power Generation	p. 285
Innovations in Passive Solar Power Technology	p. 286
Appendix A Unit Conversion and Design Reference Tables	p. 289
Appendix B Photovoltaic System Support Hardware and Photo Gallery	p. 331
Appendix C California Energy Commission Certified Equipment	p. 353
Appendix D Historical Time Line of Solar Energy	p. 411
Appendix E List of Sustainable Energy Equipment Suppliers and Consultants	p. 419
Appendix F Glossary of Renewable Energy Power Systems	p. 457
Index	p. 467

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