TubeEff tool

TubeEff tool v2.1 is the software that allows rapid calculations of the light pipe efficiency using the semi-analytical models. Computation are possible for individual CIE sky type or Perez all-weather model as well as for mass calculations based on each model.

For more details, consult with the paper: Petržala et al. (2018). Accurate tool for express optical efficiency analysis of cylindrical light-tubes with arbitrary aspect ratios. Solar Energy 169, p. 264–269.

Developed by: Ladislav Kómar, usarlako@savba.sk

Download: TubeEff_v2.1.zip.

Unzip file into any folder and run TubeEff_v21.exe.