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size=2>EnergyPlus also has numerous options for modeling PV systems.
There are three models for PV output: simple fixed efficiency,
equivalent one-diode (TRNSYS/Otterbien model), and the King empirical model
from Sandia Nat. Lab. For BIPV, you can set up the
PV modules to be tightly coupled with the Heat Balance Model's
treatment of surface heat transfer. There is also a model for when
the panels are suspended slightly from the surface to
form a ventilated cavity between them and the exterior
envelope. The only BIPV/T available right
now combines with solar ventilation preheat using transpired
collectors, however a fuller complement of PVT models is planned for
next year. Right now you can only do grid-tied systems.
Energy-10 version 1.8 is using EnergyPlus for PV with the Sandia/King model.
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<DIV><FONT face=Tahoma size=2>-----Original Message-----<BR><B>From:</B>
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</B>myeagle00@yahoo.com wu<BR><B>Sent:</B> Wednesday, April 26, 2006 6:23
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<DIV>dear all, i am trying to do simulation for bipv and bipv/t in residential
buildings for annual eletricity yield and energy efficiency.</DIV>
<DIV>what programs are available for that research purpose? is espr suitable
or should i use pv program PV sol or PvSyst?</DIV>
<DIV>is espr good for that simulation? </DIV>
<DIV>it will be highly appreciated if you can give any suggestion</DIV>
<DIV>best regards,</DIV>
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<DIV>matthew</DIV>
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