The Development of Solar-Assisted Gas-Fired Appliances

摘要

An evaluation of applying solar assistance to gas-fired appliances other than space- and water-heating systems was accomplished for the residential and commercial sectors. This included an assessment of the energy use characteristics of residential and commercial appliances and the relationship to solar availability. Although the total energy impact of solar-assisted gas-fired appliances would be modest, selected applications indicate a higher likelihood of early commercial viability than can be expected with active solar space heating and cooling systems. This stems from the high solar utilization and system simplicity which can be combined with certain appliance applications. Four specific solar gas systems were conceptualized and development plans formulated.