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CFD modelling of air flow and thermal performance of an atrium integrated with photovoltaics

The thermal performance of an atrium integrated with photovoltaic (PV) modules has been evaluated. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) was applied to the prediction of air flow and temperature distribution in the atrium. CFD was then used to investigate the effect of ventilation strategies on the performance of PV arrays. CFD modelling indicated that for effective cooling of roof PV arrays, cool outdoor air should be introduced through an opening positioned close to the roof or an air channel underneath the roof.

Saffa Riffat | Guohui Gan | S. Riffat | G. Gan

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