Have you ever thought that your room’s windows can produce electricity. The answer is ,No’. But that is not correct. Solar windows can produce electricity by using solar screen for windows.
Solar windows are windows equipped with solar panels that absorb ultraviolet and infrared rays and convert them into electricity.
It uses the concept of building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV).This article describes the properties and benefits of solar window technology in the construction industry.
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Characteristics of Solar Window
Solar windows are similar to traditional windows and feature photovoltaic glazing that converts solar energy into renewable electricity.
The type of glass used to manufacture solar windows depends on application, operational, architectural and energy harvesting requirements.
Common types of glasses are:
- Low Iron Glass: These glasses offer unrestricted vision compared to regular glass. The low iron content makes it a very clear glass, which improves light transmission, brightness and clarity.
- Regular glass: Regular glass is high in iron. Used where strength and durability are important.
- Low-E Coated Glass: Low emissivity glass is used to minimize UV and infrared transmission without affecting visible light entering the building.
Solar Windows offers transparent, translucent and transitional design options.
Solar windows can be used as skylights, curtain walls, window walls, perforated windows and fixed windows.
Advantages of Solar Windows
- Solar windows reduce indoor temperatures in the summer.
- They reduce power consumption and reduce electricity bills.
- Blocks UV rays and prevents interior furniture from fading.
- Solar windows increase privacy by offering tint options.
- Reduces glare inside buildings.
- Installation costs are lower than solar panels.
- Reduce your carbon footprint.
Wrapping Up
Solar windows are 30% more expensive than conventional windows. However, this is offset by lower annual electricity bills and lower global emissions.