embedded systems

Two electricity generating renewable energy technologies were appraised and subsequently accepted for incorporation within the building. These were a photovoltaic (PV) component operating in hybrid mode to give bothpower and heat outputs; and ducted wind turbines (DWTs) with an integral photovoltaic aerofoil section. The hybrid PV system was incorporated within te south-facing facade, while the DWT's were positioned along the south and west facing roof edges; south westerlies being the predominant wind direction in Glasgow. To maximise electricity generation, a high efficiency monocrystalline silicon component was chosen for both the hybrid PV and DWT systems.

The position of the turbine takes advantage of the edge effect, air currents travel up the side of the building and are directed on to the turbine through an aerofoil. The turbine converts the wind power into electrical. The photovoltaic tile converts solar power to electrical. Both electrical outputs are feed into storage batteries to be utilised when required.