Performance Evaluation of a Thermosiphon Wall Heating System. Final Report

摘要

A 2034 sq ft residence in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is described which utilizes a thermosiphon air collector for passive solar space heating. The 385 sq ft collector was constructed below floor level on the south side of the house, and is connected by ducts to four vertical rock beds in the house that are charged in an upflow mode. These rock beds, which also serve as walls, then provide radiant heat to the house. Construction was completed, and the house occupied, in March 1980. Intensive monitoring during January and February 1981 provided a large data base on the thermal performance. Although there were several apparent problems with the solar heating system, the overall house heating performance was quite good and the feasibility of this type of system was proven. A description of the system is included as well as a detailed performance evaluation. (ERA citation 07:046339)