Provides instant, graphical feedback on the extent to which an
overhang shades a window or other aperture
Screen Shots
Keywords
solar, window, overhang, shading
Validation/Testing
N/A
Expertise Required
none
Users
Few (new program), mainly architects and DIY homeowners
Audience
Architects, home owners, interior designers, solar energy
professionals.
Input
Window and overhang dimensions, location, date, and time.
Output
Graphic illustrating shade from overhang relative to window.
Computer Platform
Web
Programming Language
Shockwave
Strengths
Provides immediate and easy-to-understand output; allows
rapid evaluation of different overhang dimensions and positions.
Weaknesses
Currently works only for vertical walls and simple overhangs.
Contact
Availability
Availability: Available at WWW page,
distributed as shareware ($10 for personal users, $25 for commercial
users).
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