This is a simple, yet powerful program running on either Windows or Macintosh computers. There is a database of weather data including 239 US and 450 international cities. Up to 200 surfaces at any tilt or solar orientation can be included. A database of PV modules is included, with the ability to customize inputs.
Calculations incorporating interference of shading from surfaces is included.
Also included are inputs and outputs of project, and individual section files along with page specific help sections. We have developed a small web based support system, including an electronic discussion group. If you are interested in tools that help visualize solar energy be sure to grab and use BIPV Designer and become part of the brand new community. This software has been developed with the help of an international group of people. We will be demonstrating the software at the American Solar Energy Society s Conference in Madison Wisconsin on Monday, June 19th.