Multiple-inlet Building Integrated Photovoltaic/Thermal system modelling under varying wind and temperature conditions

摘要

Air-based, open-loop Building Integrated Photovoltaic/Thermal (BIPV/T) systems are an efficient means for generating electricity and useful heat from incident solar energy. However, due to the low heat exchange efficiency of air, overheating issues may occur that can reduce the electrical production of the system, as well as its durability. With the introduction of multiple intakes of air along the PV string, the goal is to improve the heat extraction from all PV panels, while achieving lower and more uniform PV temperatures.