suspended particle device glass meen 3344. how it works two panels of glass or plastic conductive...
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Jose MarroquinSuspended Particle Device Glass
MEEN 3344
How it Works Two panels of glass or plastic
Conductive material - used to coat the panes of glass
Suspended particle devices - millions of these black particles are placed between the two panes of glass
Liquid suspension or film - allows the particles to float freely between the glass
Control device - automatic or manual
Uses and AdvantagesAutomotive/MarineBusinessPersonalSky Lights
Reduces Energy costRegular windows
can be retrofitted with SPD technology
Other InfoCost for regular
glass is $16- $32 per square foot
Cost for SPD glass is between $80- $160 per square foot
Power used to run 15 SPD glass windows is less than the power used for a night light
Reduces UV rays up to 99%
ReferencesBonsor, Kevin. "How Smart Windows Work." 29
March 2001. HowStuffWorks.com. <http://home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/energy-efficiency/smart-window.htm> 20 October 2009.
“Illuminating Opportunities for Builders”. October 2004. TechHomeBuilder. <http://www.techomebuilder.com/article/425.html>