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Binding: Paperback Dewey Decimal Number: 621.31244 EAN: 9780937948118 ISBN: 093794811X Label: Aatec Publications Manufacturer: Aatec Publications Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 197 Publication Date: 1995-06 Publisher: Aatec Publications Studio: Aatec Publications
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Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: Richard Komp: physicist, historian, and social engineer Comment: Practical Photovoltaics is one of the finest, most comprehensive guides to the world of solar energy. The book starts with a beginer's course in solid state physical devices (which taught even an Electrical Engineer such as myself new things) and leads into the history of solar cell materials and procedures over the years. Next comes an in-depth discussion of the various types of materials, and how they are suited for different applications. He makes logical predictions about the future of some of these materials, and hints around at what new techniques scientists are starting to look at today. In the appendix, he even describes how to assemble your own array of solar cells for those who wish to try a hands-on approach to learning. Oh, yeah, one more thing: he has a decent list of recomended readings at the end of each chapter, allowing you to select topics that interest you to continue your reading. More Reviews
Editorial Reviews: Practical Photovoltaics, the now-classic reference on solar electricity, offers a unique combination of technical discussion and practical advice. Physicist, lecturer, and solar-home dweller Richard Komp explains the "how" and the "how-to" of PV, while providing valuable information on the industry, new developments, and the future. The book is a comprehensive guide to the theory and reality of solar electricity, as well as a detailed installation and maintenance manual. A well-illustrated appendix offers step-by-step instructions for constructing your own solar module, a creative approach to demystifying the technology. Presented in a clear, concise, and understandable style, Dr. Komp's contribution to PV literature has been called the "best single reference available," "the easiest and most complete education on photovoltaics," "one of the best basic books on PV," and "the best of the books."