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Electricity from Sunlight: An Introduction to Photovoltaics

By Paul A. Lynn

Book information

Publisher
Wiley
Year
2010
ISBN
0470745606, 9780470745601
LCC
TK1087 .L96 2010
Open Library ID
OL24013935M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
15 MB (15250561 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
238\239
Topic
Technique Energy
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07
Топливно-энергетический комплекс;Гелиоэнергетика

Description

A lively and authoritative account of today’s photovoltaic (PV) technology and its practical applicationsThis book covers areas including:a brief history of PV, and the current international scene; the scientific principles of solar cells including silicon and new thin-film varieties; PV modules and arrays; grid-connected PV, from home systems up to large power plants; the wide diversity of stand-alone PV systems, and; the economic and environmental aspects of solar electricity. Key equations and numerical examples are fully discussed, providing essential theoretical background. The text is supported by copious illustrations and more than eighty inspiring full colour photographs from around the world to demonstrate PV’s huge range of practical applications.This book is aimed at a wide readership including professionals working in related areas, and students taking introductory courses in PV and renewable energy. Its style and level will also appeal to energy planners and decision makers, members of environmental organisations, and the increasing number of people interested in generating their own electricity from sunlight.

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