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SIMS prototype system 1: design data brochure

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/6566480· OSTI ID:6566480
A prototype solar heating and hot water system is described using air as the collector fluid and a pebble bed for heat storage. The system was designed for installation into a single family dwelling. Described are the system, subsystem, and installation requirements. System operation and performance are discussed, and a procedure for sizing the system to a specific site is presented.
Research Organization:
IBM Federal Systems Div., Huntsville, AL (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
EX-76-A-29-1037
OSTI ID:
6566480
Report Number(s):
DOE/NASA/CR-150534
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English