McEvoys Handbook of Photovoltaics: Fundamentals and Applications

Practical Handbook of Photovoltaics, Third Edition, is a 'benchmark' publication for those involved in the design, manufacture and use of these devices. This fully revised handbook includes brand new sections on smart grids, net metering and the modeling of photovoltaic systems, as well as fully revised content on developments in photovoltaic applications, the economics of PV manufacturing and updated chapters on solar cell function, raw materials, photovoltaic standards, calibration and testing, all with new examples and case studies. The editor has assembled internationally-respected contributors from industry and academia around the world to make this a truly global reference. It is essential reading for electrical engineers, designers of systems, installers, architects, policymakers and physicists working with photovoltaics. Presents a cast of international experts from industry and academia to ensure the highest quality information from multiple stakeholder perspectivesCovers all things photovoltaics, from the principles of solar cell function and their raw materials, to the installation and design of full photovoltaic systemsIncludes case studies, practical examples, and reports on the latest advances and worldwide applications INDICE: PART I: Solar Radiation The role of solar radiation climatology in the design of PV systems- J Page PART II: Solar Cells a) Introduction b) Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells c) Thin Film Technologies d) Space and Concentrator Cells e) Organic and Dye Sensitized Cells PART III: Photovoltaic Systems a) Introduction b) Balance of System Components c) Grid Connected Systems d) Space and Concentrator Systems e) Case Studies PART IV: Testing, Monitoring and Calibration Standards, calibration and testing of PV modules and solar cells Calibration, testing and monitoring of space solar cells PART V: Economics, Environment and Business Strategy  Overview of potential hazards Energy payback time and CO2 emissions of PV systems World photovoltaic markets National and regional support programs Appendices A Constants, Physical Quantities and Conversion Factors B List of Principle Symbols C Abbreviations and Acronyms D Bibliography E International and US Standards with Relevance to Photovoltaics F Useful Websites, Journals and Newsheets

• ISBN: 978-0-12-809921-6
• Editorial: Academic Press
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 1268
• Fecha Publicación: 01/08/2017
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés