The Development of the Sunridge, an Orientation Independent Thermal Solar System
Abstract
For near zero energy dwellings an easy to integrate and install, efficient thermal solar system is essential. Moreover, the main disadvantage of thermal solar energy systems, i.e. the required south orientation on tilted roofs, needs to be tackled to increase the applicability of such systems. Furthermore, the competition on the roof with PV systems should be avoided. This will be tackled with the Sunridge solar energy system, a ridge integrated solar thermal system. The system characteristics are designed, tested and the blue print for the industrial manufacturing process has been made. The first prototypes are produced and are tested for performance, durability, fail safe overheating and freezing. The system will be ready for market implementation end 2018.