Hi everybody,

I'm trying to analyze the effect (gain) of placing a flat-plane mirror (solar reflector) next to a solar module, in terms of cumulative insolation (direct + diffused + reflected).

I designed a plane and assigned the material as a 'mirror' with specularity of '1'. I tagged it as a 'solar reflector'. I then designed another plane and assigned the material to it as 'Solar Collector'.

In the Shadow settings, by using "Show Solar Rays" option, I can see all my solar rays bouncing off my solar reflector and impinging on the solar collector (solar module).

When I try to do the 'Solar Exposure Analysis', I see the direct and diffused components on the solar collector but "no reflected" component.

I have tried searching through this discussion forum for an answer, but couldn't find an answer.

I have 'attached' snapshots of my design.

If somebody can help me with this "reflection analysis", I'll be grateful to them. Also, If someone has done this analysis previously, Plz do reply to me.

Thank you in advance.

Gaurav

P.S.: Looking for an answer quickly. Thanx.