Experimental Study of a Solar Trigeneration System Prototype

Abstract

A prototype solar trigeneration system was built in a new private single-family residential house for experimental purposes. The prototype system was designed to supply the building with the required thermal energy and cooling to a full extent. In addition, one of the conditions is that the thermal and the electrical energy generated by the solar systems should be used for the needs of the building to a maximum extent. The prototype system provides an opportunity to recover thermal energy both during the heating and the cooling season. This article describes the prototype configuration, the first results of testing, analysis of the results obtained, and the operational features and shortcomings of the open system, as well as the possibilities for its improvement.