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This seems to be a very interesting low-tech system to harness solar energy. I would greatly appreciate any input, critical or supportive, from the many knowledgeable posters who frequent this forum. You can click on the link and watch a short video, or just read the description of how it works. For full comprehension I'd recommend both.
The inventor, John Popovich, has a long history in solar innovation. Back in 1975 he was developing unique solar collectors, and was the keynote speaker at an ERDA funded ISES conference in San Diego on testing solar collectors/systems. It was attended by then Governor Jerry Brown (start recursion loop) and then Mayor Pete Wilson, with a cast of experts in radiation physics and fluid thermodynamics. Many procedures in testing solar were altered as a result of his feedback at round table workshops. Now, after being diverted forming several companies and designing LED's, he returns to earlier ideas on passive solar systems. What problems do you see in implementing Soaculture, and are there any flaws in the concept itself? Looks good to me, but my knowledge of other alternatives along these lines is quite limited. Thanks.
The inventor, John Popovich, has a long history in solar innovation. Back in 1975 he was developing unique solar collectors, and was the keynote speaker at an ERDA funded ISES conference in San Diego on testing solar collectors/systems. It was attended by then Governor Jerry Brown (start recursion loop) and then Mayor Pete Wilson, with a cast of experts in radiation physics and fluid thermodynamics. Many procedures in testing solar were altered as a result of his feedback at round table workshops. Now, after being diverted forming several companies and designing LED's, he returns to earlier ideas on passive solar systems. What problems do you see in implementing Soaculture, and are there any flaws in the concept itself? Looks good to me, but my knowledge of other alternatives along these lines is quite limited. Thanks.
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