Practical solar energy design tools and applicationsSolar energy can be used to provide inexpensive energy if it us used the right way. Following I will be posting articles on practical applications and tools for solar energy design.
Rectangular and polar suncharts for solar energy designThe sunchart is a basic solar energy design tool. It is useful for designing and positionally optimizing solar collectors, solar electrical panels, passive solar homes, greenhouses, and other solar devices. This page provides basic information on using the sunchart as a tool for designing and optimizing solar energy projects. It discusses the two types of suncharts: the polar sunchart and the rectangular sunchart. It also talks about the advantages and disadvantages of both types of suncharts. Finally, it provides links to suncharts for latitudes between the equator well into the arctic circle which you man download for non-commercial purposes. Go to: Rectangular and polar suncharts for solar energy design |