The Adaptive Solar Facade: From concept to prototypes

Authors :: Anja Willmann
Zoltan Nagy
Bratislav Svetozarevic
Arno Schlueter
G.P. Lydon
Moritz Begle
Prageeth Jayathissa
Johannes Hofer
Source :: Frontiers of Architectural Research, Vol 5, Iss 2, Pp 143-156 (2016), Scipedia Open Access, Scipedia SL, Frontiers of Architectural Research, 5 (2)
Publication Year :: 2016
Publisher :: Elsevier BV, 2016.
Abstract: The Adaptive Solar Facade (ASF) is a modular, highly integrated dynamic building facade.The energetic behavior as well as the architectural expression of the facade can be controlled with high spatio-temporal resolution through individually addressable modules. We present the general design process, the current mechanical design, and simulation results on photovoltaic power production and building energy consumption. We introduce the controller concept and show results on solar tracking as well as user interaction. Lastly, we present our current and planned prototypes.<br />Frontiers of Architectural Research, 5 (2)<br />ISSN:2095-2635<br />ISSN:2095-2643