Shading Systems
Design, Performance, and Integrated Photovoltaics

This book documents in detail the thermal and daylighting properties of shading systems, examining the impact of design parameters and providing guidance on evaluation of the thermal behavior of the systems and visual comfort. The assessment of shading devices is based not only on basic equations but also on digital models imported in simulation software and measurements taken from physical models. The generation of energy through integrated PV facades and PV shading systems is discussed with reference to design and efficiency. This book will be invaluable for all engineers, architects, and designers who are interested in energy-efficient design.

Basics of Shading Design, the evolution of shading devices through time and the methods of evaluating appropriate shading systems according to simple geometrical rules.- Geometrical and material properties of shading systems in relation to thermal gains.- Principles of Shading design in relation to both daylight quality and energy savings. Presentation of specialized requirements in the case of office buildings.- Additional parameters of energy production supported by shading systems with integrated PV.- Limitations and constrains of PV integration influencing devices' final performance and building's aesthetics.- Discussion and conclusions