TP – 1323 An Introduction to Solar Collectors for Heating and Cooling of Buildings and Domestic Hot Water Heating for Professional Engineers

Description

This technical paper presents design criteria and cost analysis methods for the sizing and justification of solar heat collectors for potable water and space heaters. Information is presented to enable engineers to understand solar space conditioning and water heating systems or conduct feasibility studies based on solar collector performance, site location, and economics. Both retrofit and new installations are considered.  Standards and performance criteria relating to solar heating systems have been evolved by government agencies and various associations and institutes. The most widely used are listed below. Because solar technology is a continuously evolving field, be aware that publications listed below may have been revised or superseded.