Daylighting Concepts

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What is a disadvantage of relying on conventional window space for daylighting, especially during midwinter?

Consistent lighting regardless of the season

Highly directional light with deep shadows (correct)

Even lighting throughout the day

Highly diffused light

How can the issue of deep shadows from highly directional light during midwinter be partially addressed in daylighting?

Increasing direct sunlight exposure

Utilizing more transparent windows

Installing darker curtains

Using light diffusion and reflective internal surfaces (correct)

Why do equatorial-side windows receive direct sunlight on any sunny day of the year?

Because of their design orientation (correct)

Due to artificial lighting systems

Through specialized glass materials

By reflecting sunlight from other surfaces

What impact can larger glass areas have on a building's energy consumption during winter and summer?

Increased winter load and reduced summer solar heat gain Signup and view all the answers

Why is the analysis of a daylight delivery system from an energy perspective considered complex?

Because it requires advanced energy modeling Signup and view all the answers

What plays a significant role in the total energy consumption of a building using daylighting?

Climate conditions Signup and view all the answers

How does daylighting affect energy consumption compared to using electric lighting alone?

Daylighting can lead to less energy consumption Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for selecting equatorial-side windows for daylighting?

Direct sunlight exposure Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration to maximize energy savings in both electric lighting and HVAC systems during daylighting?

Minimizing direct solar gain during cooling months and distributing daylight within the building Signup and view all the answers

How do exterior thermal and humidity conditions impact a building's energy consumption during daylighting?

They are crucial factors affecting total energy usage Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What is a disadvantage of relying on conventional window space for daylighting, especially during midwinter?

How can the issue of deep shadows from highly directional light during midwinter be partially addressed in daylighting?

Why do equatorial-side windows receive direct sunlight on any sunny day of the year?

What impact can larger glass areas have on a building's energy consumption during winter and summer?

Why is the analysis of a daylight delivery system from an energy perspective considered complex?

What plays a significant role in the total energy consumption of a building using daylighting?

How does daylighting affect energy consumption compared to using electric lighting alone?

What is the primary reason for selecting equatorial-side windows for daylighting?

What is a key consideration to maximize energy savings in both electric lighting and HVAC systems during daylighting?

How do exterior thermal and humidity conditions impact a building's energy consumption during daylighting?

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