Energy efficiency

Energy efficiency

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Temperature coefficient of a solar photovoltaic ce

Energy; Energy efficiency

The amount that the voltage, current, and/or power output of a solar cell changes due to a change in the cell temperature.

Psychrometrics

Energy; Energy efficiency

The analysis of atmospheric conditions, particularly moisture in the air.

Tilt angle of a solar collector or module

Energy; Energy efficiency

The angle at which a solar collector or module is set to face the sun relative to a horizontal position. The tilt angle can be set or adjusted to maximise seasonal or annual energy collection.

Air space

Energy; Energy efficiency

The area between the layers of glazing (panes) of a window.

Window pane

Energy; Energy efficiency

The area of glass that fits in the window frame.

Mean wind speed

Energy; Energy efficiency

The arithmetic wind speed over a specified time period and height above the ground (the majority of U.S. National Weather Service anemometers are at 20 feet (6.1 meters).