Applied strategy using reflectors to improve electricity generation of photovoltaic panels on buildings

Khalid Osman Abdulkadir, Moon Keun Kim*

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Abstract

This paper analyses the possibility using a reflector of to improve the solar power output on buildings. Polished aluminium was selected as the most practical reflective material to be integrated on buildings due to various properties including relatively high albedo level, corrosion resistance and thermal conductivity. The material was simulated at optimized angles with respect to the sized Photovoltaic (PV) array while also putting the location under considerations. This strategy provides an annual average of 34.86% escalation in irradiation and resulted in an increase in power output by 53 % for the PV panels. The relative space saving was evaluated to be 34.65%.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication16th International Conference of the International Building Performance Simulation Association, Building Simulation 2019
EditorsVincenzo Corrado, Enrico Fabrizio, Andrea Gasparella, Francesco Patuzzi
PublisherInternational Building Performance Simulation Association
Pages4417-4421
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781713809418
Publication statusPublished - 2019
Event16th International Conference of the International Building Performance Simulation Association, Building Simulation 2019 - Rome, Italy
Duration: 2 Sept 20194 Sept 2019

Publication series

NameBuilding Simulation Conference Proceedings
Volume7
ISSN (Print)2522-2708

Conference

Conference16th International Conference of the International Building Performance Simulation Association, Building Simulation 2019
Country/TerritoryItaly
CityRome
Period2/09/194/09/19

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