Solar control glass
Introduction
Smart glass, also known as smart window when used in windows or skylights, refers to a type of glass that can change its light transmission properties. Smart glasses can be made of an electrochromic material, which are activated by applying an electric current; photochromic"), stimulated by an intense light source; or thermochromic"), which respond to heat.[1][2][3].
Smart glasses allow you to control the amount of light (and consequently, heat) they transmit. Once activated, the glass changes from clear to opaque, partially blocking light while maintaining a clear view.
References
- [1] ↑ Wang, Yang; Runnerstrom, Evan L.; Milliron, Delia J. (7 de junio de 2016). «Switchable Materials for Smart Windows». Annual Review of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (en inglés) 7 (1): 283-304. ISSN 1947-5438. doi:10.1146/annurev-chembioeng-080615-034647.: https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-chembioeng-080615-034647
- [2] ↑ Miller, Brittney J. (8 de junio de 2022). «How smart windows save energy». Knowable Magazine (en inglés). doi:10.1146/knowable-060822-3.: https://knowablemagazine.org/article/technology/2022/how-smart-windows-save-energy
- [3] ↑ Baetens, R.; Jelle, B.P.; Gustavsen, A. (2010). «Properties, requirements and possibilities of smart windows for dynamic daylight and solar energy control in buildings: A state-of-the-art review». Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells 94 (2): 87-105. doi:10.1016/j.solmat.2009.08.021.: https://dx.doi.org/10.1016%2Fj.solmat.2009.08.021