Passive Solar Energy Book

Book · Mon Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1979

OSTI ID:5473955

Mazria, E

The basics of solar energy and heat theory are described. The three basic types of passive systems are discussed, along with photos and art of existing architectural examples and performance data of each. Design patterns or rules of thumb are presented that together form a step-by-step process for choosing and sizing a system suited to one's particular situation. Such considerations as building location, shape, and orientation; materials; windows; thermal mass for heat storage; and movable insulation are discussed. Graphic tools like sun charts and radiation and shading calculators are included. Tables on degree-days, average temperatures for each month, and conversion factors are presented in appendices. (MHR)

• OSTI ID: 5473955
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

14 SOLAR ENERGY
140901* -- Solar Thermal Utilization-- Space Heating & Cooling
ATTACHED GREENHOUSES
BUILDINGS
DESIGN
EQUIPMENT
GREENHOUSES
HEAT GAIN
HEATING SYSTEMS
HOUSES
MATERIALS
OPENINGS
ORIENTATION
PASSIVE SOLAR COOLING SYSTEMS
PASSIVE SOLAR HEATING SYSTEMS
PERFORMANCE
PONDS
RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS
ROOF PONDS
SOLAR COLLECTORS
SOLAR COOLING SYSTEMS
SOLAR EQUIPMENT
SOLAR HEATING SYSTEMS
SOLAR PONDS
THERMAL MASS
WINDOWS