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passive solar system

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passive solar system [′pas·iv ′sō·lər ‚sis·təm]
(mechanical engineering)
A solar heating or cooling system that operates by using gravity, heat flows, or evaporation rather than mechanical devices to collect and transfer energy.
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Passive solar systems depend on gravity fed and natural resources in order to make passive solar work.
Gather Your Own Abmient Solar Power by Elmo Populous / Computers and Internet community
Passive solar systems are simple in concept and use, have few or no moving parts, require little or no maintenance, and require no external energy input.
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It includes active and passive solar systems, radiant "terra-tile" flooring (of earth and cement) and alcoves and bookcases carved from 24-inch-thick walls.
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