Solar House System Interfaced with the Power Utility Grid,

Abstract

Photovoltaic cells may be used to convert sunlight directly into electrical energy and into low-grade heat to be used for large scale terrestrial solar energy conversion. Both forms of energy can be utilized if such cells are deployed in close proximity to the consumer (rooftop). CdS/Cu2S solar cells are an example of cells which may be produced inexpensively enough to become economically attractive. Cell parameters relevant for combined solar conversion are presented. Critical issues, such as production yield, life expectancy, stability of performance, are discussed. Systems design parameters related to operating temperatures are analyzed. First results obtained on Solar One, the experimental solar house of the University of Delaware, are given. Economic aspects are discussed. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA068868

Entities

People

  • Karl W. Boer

Organizations

  • University of Delaware

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cost Reductions
  • Efficiency
  • Electric Power
  • Electricity
  • Energy
  • Energy Conversion
  • Energy Harvesting
  • Energy Systems
  • Heat Pumps
  • Heat Transfer
  • Solar Cells
  • Solar Energy
  • Solar Heating
  • Solar Panels
  • Solar System
  • Systems Engineering

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  • Energy Conservation and Renewable Energy Engineering.
  • Molecular Biology and Genetics
  • Systems Analysis and Design