The future direction of solar curtain wall

Can a switchable multi-inlet building integrated photovoltaic/thermal curtain wall improve solar energy utilization?

Author to whom correspondence should be addressed. This study presents a novel switchable multi-inlet Building integrated photovoltaic/thermal (BIPV/T) curtain wall system designed to enhance solar energy utilization in commercial buildings.

Should BIPV/T curtain wall systems be integrated with architectural design?

Integration with building design: There is a need to integrate BIPV/T curtain wall systems more effectively with building design to enhance their functionality and aesthetics. The integration of BIPV/T curtain wall systems with architectural design remains a significant challenge in both research and practice.

Are curtain walls a good choice for high-rise commercial buildings?

While traditional curtain walls, employed in high-rise commercial buildings, have improved energy performance, they often suffer from poor thermal insulation and high solar heat gain due to their large glazing areas and sensitivity to environmental conditions.

Does a BIPV/T curtain wall system generate thermal energy?

The thermal energy generation of the proposed BIPV/T curtain wall system was investigated under the different air velocities and operating modes. A comparison was made between the one-inlet and two-inlet modes over a three-month period during winter from 1 January to 1 April.