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>