This book provides a comprehensive exploration of solar radiation modeling and its applications in building energy efficiency, offering readers practical tools to reduce energy consumption while maximizing renewable energy use. It introduces innovative models, including anisotropic diffuse radiation methods, haze-corrected frameworks, and photothermal integration approaches, supported by extensive data validation and advanced computational techniques. Special features such as clear illustrations, comparative analyses, and case-based evaluations bridge theory and engineering practice. The book also examines real-world challenges, from the effects of dust and rainfall on photovoltaic performance to the impact of air pollution on solar energy utilization. Readers will gain both theoretical understanding and practical strategies for optimizing solar applications in building design and renewable energy systems. It will appeal to graduate students, researchers, architects, engineers, and professionals engaged in solar energy and building performance optimization.
This book provides a comprehensive exploration of solar radiation modeling and its applications in building energy efficiency, offering readers practical tools to reduce energy consumption while maximizing renewable energy use. It introduces innovative models, including anisotropic diffuse radiation methods, haze-corrected frameworks, and photothermal integration approaches, supported by extensive data validation and advanced computational techniques. Special features such as clear illustrations, comparative analyses, and case-based evaluations bridge theory and engineering practice. The book also examines real-world challenges, from the effects of dust and rainfall on photovoltaic performance to the impact of air pollution on solar energy utilization. Readers will gain both theoretical understanding and practical strategies for optimizing solar applications in building design and renewable energy systems. It will appeal to graduate students, researchers, architects, engineers, and professionals engaged in solar energy and building performance optimization.
Wanxiang Yao
Solar radiation modeling and validation Anisotropic diffuse radiation model Haze and air pollution effects on solar energy Photothermal and photovoltaic integration Photovoltaic efficiency under dust and rainfall Solar spectral distribution and building energy Energy-efficient building envelope design Data-driven methods for solar energy prediction Hybrid photovoltaic and thermal systems Solar resource assessment for building performance Environmental factors affecting photovoltaic output Smart building energy optimization strategies Renewable energy solutions for sustainable architecture Solar energy applications in urban planning Building performance improvement with solar integration