Conference Paper
Proceedings of eSim 2016: 9th Conference of IBPSA-Canada
Development of optimization methodology for increased energy efficiency of PV integrated curtain wall systems
Development of optimization methodology for increased energy efficiency of PV integrated curtain wall systems
Mohamed Elsayed, Caroline Hachem-VermetteAbstract: The study presented in this paper aims at developing a methodology for energy optimization of PV integrated curtain wall systems. This proposed methodology employs a simulation-based iterative model. The space on which the effect of PV curtain wall systems is studied is a south perimeter zone of a multi-story office building. Annual simulations are conducted using EnergyPlus in conjunction with Rhinoceros 3D. The objectives of the optimization are to minimize the overall annual gained/lost heat, while maximizing solar panels’ energy production. The first stage optimizes the thermal performance of a standard curtain wall, which serves as reference case. Subsequently a new BIPV/T paneling system is developed and analyzed. This paneling system utilizes the curtain walls as a flexible mounting structure. Preliminary results indicate that the new paneling system can increase the BIPV energy generation by 25% and improve overall envelope energy performance by 50%, while providing a geometrical variety in skin design. Pages: 230 - 241 Paper: