Interpretation on Result of Directions of Suction Opening on Solar Chimney Coherent with Building

Abstract

The performance of a solar chimney was investigated and integrated into a one -storey building. It was designed, manufactured and tested through the selection of different suction openings for the entry of air including right, left, front, back, both right & left and both front & back sides. A module was developed and implemented in CFD for identification of the energy effect on solar chimneys. Experimental results showed that in Tiruchirappalli (Longitude +78.69E, Latitude +10.81) the air changes per hour increased and decreased for various suction openings, indicating that there was a correct orientation of suction opening for a solar chimney for maximum ventilation. The results show that the solar chimney with 50⁰ inclination angle at the left inlet suction opening was found to provide maximum ventilation. The findings between the CFD and experimental results show good agreement.