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How can photovoltaic technology improve building integration?

Nature Energy 3, 438–442 (2018) Cite this article Recent developments in photovoltaic technologies enable stimulating architectural integration into building façades and rooftops. Upcoming policies and a better coordination of all stakeholders will transform how we approach building-integrated photovoltaics and should lead to strong deployment.

Which solar modules are compatible with qrail®?

QRail® is compatible with virtually all modules and works on a range of pitched roof surfaces. Solar modules can be mounted in portrait or landscape orientation in standard or shared-rail configurations. Aluminum QRails® are available in two sizes to match all climate conditions: Standard and Light.

Where is a dynamic photovoltaic building envelope mounted?

The envelope is mounted at the NEST building at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, in Dübendorf, Switzerland. Svetozarevic, B., Begle, M., Jayathissa, P. et al. Dynamic photovoltaic building envelopes for adaptive energy and comfort management.

Can a BIPV module be used for a prefabricated building?

While PV modules of standard or unified size can be used for prefabricated houses or industrial buildings, such structures actually represent the minority of building types. The lack of custom PV products has thus impeded BIPV deployment for the majority of buildings.

Which solar modules can be mounted in portrait or landscape orientation?

Solar modules can be mounted in portrait or landscape orientation in standard or shared-rail configurations. Aluminum QRails® are available in two sizes to match all climate conditions: Standard and Light. QRails® come in three lengths – 168 inches (14 ft), 183in (15.25ft), and 208 inches (17.3 ft) – and in two finishes: mill and black.

Can lightweight modules modulate solar radiation in a dynamic building envelope?

In this work, we report on a dynamic building envelope that utilizes lightweight modules based on a hybrid hard/soft-material actuator to actively modulate solar radiation for local energy generation, passive heating, shading and daylight penetration.