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Asked: May 15, 20242024-05-15T12:57:10+05:30 2024-05-15T12:57:10+05:30In: ENERGY TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT

Explain the difference between direct gain and indirect gain with suitable example.

Explain the difference between direct gain and indirect gain with suitable example.

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      2024-05-15T12:57:44+05:30Added an answer on May 15, 2024 at 12:57 pm

      Direct gain and indirect gain are two distinct passive solar heating strategies used in building design to harness solar energy for space heating. Here's a comparison between the two:

      Direct Gain:

      Direct gain systems involve allowing solar radiation to directly enter the living space, where it is absorbed and converted into heat. Key features of direct gain systems include:

      1. Solar Aperture: Direct gain systems incorporate south-facing windows, glazed areas, or other openings designed to admit sunlight into the interior space. The solar aperture is strategically sized and oriented to maximize solar exposure during the heating season while minimizing heat gain during the cooling season.

      2. Thermal Mass: Thermal mass materials such as concrete, brick, or stone are utilized within the living space to absorb and store solar heat. These materials have high heat capacity, allowing them to absorb excess heat during the day and release it gradually at night, helping to regulate indoor temperatures.

      3. Natural Ventilation: Direct gain systems often incorporate operable windows, vents, or other passive ventilation strategies to facilitate natural airflow and heat distribution within the space. This helps to prevent overheating and maintain comfort levels throughout the day.

      Example of Direct Gain:
      Imagine a passive solar house with large south-facing windows and a concrete floor. During the day, sunlight enters through the windows and strikes the concrete floor, heating it. The thermal mass of the floor absorbs and stores this heat, releasing it gradually into the living space as temperatures drop in the evening. This process helps to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures without the need for mechanical heating.

      Indirect Gain:

      Indirect gain systems involve capturing and transferring solar heat to the living space through a separate thermal storage medium or collector. Key features of indirect gain systems include:

      1. Solar Collector: Indirect gain systems utilize a separate solar collector, such as a Trombe wall, water wall, or roof-mounted solar collector, to capture and absorb solar radiation. The collector is typically located on the exterior of the building and is designed to optimize solar exposure.

      2. Thermal Storage: Solar heat absorbed by the collector is transferred to a thermal storage medium located within the building, such as a masonry wall, water tank, or phase-change material. The thermal storage medium acts as a buffer, absorbing and storing excess heat during the day and releasing it gradually into the living space as needed.

      3. Controlled Ventilation: Indirect gain systems may incorporate passive or active ventilation systems to regulate the flow of solar heat from the collector to the living space. This helps to prevent overheating and optimize energy efficiency.

      Example of Indirect Gain:
      Consider a house with a Trombe wallβ€”a thick, south-facing masonry wall with a glass cover. During the day, sunlight strikes the glass cover, heating the air in the space between the glass and the wall. The heated air rises, creating a convective loop that transfers heat to the masonry wall. The thermal mass of the wall absorbs and stores this heat, releasing it gradually into the living space at night. This indirect transfer of solar heat helps to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures without relying on mechanical heating.

      In summary, direct gain and indirect gain systems both utilize solar energy to provide passive heating in buildings, but they differ in how solar heat is captured, stored, and distributed within the living space. Each approach has its own advantages and considerations, depending on factors such as building orientation, climate conditions, and architectural design goals.

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