The shading-type BIPV claddings can act as power generators as well as external shading devices and insulation panels.
Finally the impact of different types of external shading devices and different climates is also investigated.
Optimum external shading configurations are suggested for different façade orientations of an isolated building in Hong Kong.
Use of external shading and blinds or curtain is not considered in this study.
Two external shading devices are evaluated, a set of external perforated curved louvers and a set of venetian blinds.
This study proposes an experimental configuration of an external shading device can be applied to apartment houses in South Korea.
The bioclimatic design included direct solar gain, thermal inertia, natural ventilation, thermal insulation, external shading, building orientation, and dwelling grouping.
Solar photovoltaic (PV) modules can not only generate electricity but also act as external shading devices of buildings.
External shading devices are a suitable solution but they are often neglected for functional and aesthetic reasons.
However, in real applications, external shading is difficult to use, easily damaged and prone to dirt buildup.
