Solar Systems and Heat Pumps: A Guide to Sustainable Heating and Cooling
一: Understanding Solar Systems for Heating and Cooling Solar energy is a renewable and sustainable source of power that can be harnessed for heating and cooling purposes. (1)How Solar Systems Work Solar systems for heating and cooling work by harnessing the power of sunlight. Here's a simplified explanation of how they operate: Absorption of Solar Energy: Solar collectors, often mounted on the roof or in an open area with good sun exposure, absorb sunlight. The collectors are designed to capture as much solar energy as possible. Conversion of Solar Energy: In solar water heating systems, the absorbed solar energy heats the water passing through the collectors. Solar air heating systems heat the air directly, while solar thermal cooling systems use the solar energy to drive cooling processes. Storage and Distribution: The heated water or air is stored in tanks or distributed through a network of pipes or ducts, depending on the system type. This ensures that the ...