Essays about: "Passive Solar Technology"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 50 essays containing the words Passive Solar Technology.
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1. Rapid expansion of roof mounted PV systems in commercial facilities - How can they be insured?
University essay from Lunds universitet/Riskhantering (CI); Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Riskhantering och SamhällssäkerhetAbstract : PV system components that are exposed to unmanageable strain can be overheated, which subsequently results in a fire ignition. Common failure factors are poor component quality, mechanical exposure due to natural phenomena and poor craftmanship. The underlying problem is that PV regulations are lacking in quality or are non-existent. READ MORE
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2. Multifunctional ice and snow repellent coatings for photovoltaic modules
University essay from Uppsala universitet/SolcellsteknikAbstract : Implementation of solar power by photovoltaic modules in cold climates, such as northern Sweden, implies several challenges. Ice and snow coverage not only leads to reduction in energy production due to shading, but it also puts equipment at risk from additional weight. READ MORE
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3. Development and evaluation of solar heating solutions for Villages in the highlands of Peru
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : In the Peruvian highlands, hundreds of thousands of people live in dwellings that are completely unheated. In this climate, nighttime indoor temperatures during the winter could be as low as 0°C. Indoor cold can cause thousands of respiratory diseases and increase winter mortality. READ MORE
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4. Improving thermal comfort while managing the constraints of the prison environment : Study of the construction project of the Marseille prison "Les Baumettes 3" and proposal of a thermal comfort strategy in the design phase
University essay from KTH/Hållbara byggnaderAbstract : In France, a prison construction plan has been launched under the presidency of Emmanuel Macron to improve the living conditions of prisoners. The aim of this plan is of course to provide decent living conditions for prisoners but also to promote their reintegration. READ MORE
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5. Voltage Stability and Reactive Power - Introduction of Intermittent Renewable Energy Sources in a Power System
University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)Abstract : The electricity demand increases rapidly, and in order to mitigate climate change the power production needs to be renewable and free from green house gas emissions. When solar and wind power are introduced in the system, voltage instability might become a problem. READ MORE