Types Of Solar Energy
Types of Solar Energy?
One way to categorize Solar Energy Is by how it is converted into useful forms. There are two types in this category: Passive Solar Energy and Active Solar Energy.
Passive Solar Energy doesn’t use mechanical means to collect, store, or distribute The Solar Energy. For example, a thermosyphon (Solar Water Heater) will use natural convection to circulate the water through the system.
Active Solar Energy uses mechanical devices to collect, store, and/or distribute the solar energy. For example, active solar water heaters use pumps to circulate the water or heat-transfer fluid in the system.
A second way to categorize solar energy is by the type of energy the system will produce. There are two types in this category: Solar Electricity And Solar Thermal.
Solar Electricity is produced using Photovoltaic Panels. PV panels produce an electric current when light hits them. A Solar Electric system captures this electricity and transfers it to your homes electric system.
Solar Thermal uses Solar Collectors to generate heat which can be used for solar space heating, interior Solar Water Heating, or solar pool heating.
What Type of Electrical Panels Are Good For Solar?
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Honeywell Econoswitch RPLS740B 7-Day Solar Time Table Programmable Switch for Lights and Motors $35.89 The Honeywell RPLS740B 7-Day Solar Time Table Programmable Switch for Lights and Motors helps you save money by ensuring that your lights come on only when you need them. This unit works with incandescent, halogen, and fluorescent lighting, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use. It also works with ceiling fans, bathroom fans, pond pumps, and pool pumps. Featuring three operating modes and sev… |
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Sunlight Desk Lamp Natural Full Spectrum Sun Light. Simulates Daylight. 150Watt Output uses 27 Watts. Touch On/Off Switch. $29.99 Best Gift For Youself or Loved Ones. Benefits of full spectrum Lighting: 1) Increases contrast in Reading. 2) Increase release of seratonin a hormone linked to an improved feeling of well being. 3) Increases vitamin D production in skin, which helps the body efficiently use calcium. 4) Render color much more accurately. 5) Reduce levels of melatonin, a harmone that promotes fatigue. About the Bulb… |
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Sanyo NEW 1500 eneloop 2-AA Ni-MH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries with USB Charger $16.99 RECHARGEABLE UP TO 1500XUSB CHARGER IS DESIGNED FOR CHARGING 2 AA OR 2 AAA BATTERIESLOW SELF DISCHARGE BATTERIES MAINTAIN 75% CHARGE AFTER 3 YEARS OF NON-USE2000 MAH POWERNO MEMORY EFFECTUPC : 043712130085Shipping Dimensions : 0.74in X 3.99in X 6.88inEstimated Shipping Weight : 0.25… |
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Westek SLC6CFL 100W Programmable Screw-In Light Control, White $4.95 Adds safety security and convenience. Programmable off-timer from 2,5,8 hours random off timer deters intruders. Contact plunger allows adjustment of sensor window direction for optimum performance. Works with incandescent and compact fluorescent bulb. Digital microprocessor for full brightness and no flicker operation. Turn lights on at dusk and off at programmed time…. |
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Thames & Kosmos Alternative Energy and Environmental Science Stirling Engine $34.00 Discover the Stirling engine, a simple, clean and efficient energy technology that is quickly becoming a viable source of electricity as the availability of fossil fuels declines. The Stirling engine in this kit uses renewable energy from the sun to drive a generator, which charges a rechargeable battery to power an electric car. Named after its inventor, Robert Stirling, the original Stirling eng… |
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Opteka BP-SC4000 Ultra Thin Solar Powered High Capacity (4000mAh) Backup Battery and Charger for Cell Phones, iPhone, iPod, and Most USB Powered Devices $25.07 The Opteka BP-SC4000 Ultra Thin Solar Powered Mobile Device Charger allows you to charge your mobile devices when a wall outlet or USB power source are not available. The BP-SC4000 contains a 4000mAh lithium-polymer power bank which charges up via solar energy or computer USB port, and features 10 mobile-device connecting tips, extension cable and USB port making the BP-SC4000 compatible with most… |
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Odyssey PC680-P Battery $114.00 99.99% pure virgin lead – not lead alloy. Pure lead plates can be made thinner, so we can fit more of them in the battery.ODYSSEY batteries are capable of providing engine cranking pulses in excess of 2250 amps for 5 seconds – double to triple that of equally sized conventional batteries…. |
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HQRP Solar Power Controller 10Amp 150W with Digital LED Display plus HQRP UV Chain / UV Radiation Health Tester $29.91 Regulations point: 14.4 Volts; Low voltage Disconnect: 11.1V Volts; Low voltage Reconnect: 13.1 Volts; Microcontroller digital accuracy; Type of Charging: Series PWM & stat of charge(SOC); 4 Stages: equalization, PWM, Boost and Float, temperature compensated charging; Electronic protections: Short circuit and over current-solar and load; Reverse current at night; Limits high voltage to protect loa… |
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A-Types $12.49 A-Types |
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Rittenhouse Solar Tea Lantern $24.99 Rittenhouse Solar Tea Lantern, A Solar Powered hand blown glass lantern is for outdoor tables, paths and walkways. During the day a solar panel collects the sun’s energy and stores it in the included battery. A built-in light sensor automatically lights up the lantern when the sun goes down to give a warm romantic glow. |
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Garden Delights Solar Sundial $50.95 Garden Delights Solar Sundial The Garden Delights Solar Sundial is solar powered, and absorbs light energy during the day for hours of nighttime illumination. The solar charged LED comes with alternating color: changing from red, amber to blue. Features: . Design based on a traditional armillary . Solar powered . Absorbs light energy during the day for hours of illumination at night . Solar charged LED with alternating color globe . Changes from red to amber to blue, design based on traditional armillary Item Specifications: Width: 6.5 in Length: 12.5 in Height: 14 in |
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5W New solar energy Low-light-type brushless water pump JH-D-005(SKU:0453) $64.99 5W New solar energy Low-light-type brushless water pump JH-D-005(SKU:0453) |
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[10pcs/lot]Free Shipping, World’s Smallest Baby Solar Racing Car Toy + Energy-saving $14.74 The world’s smallest solar powered electronic gadgets, zooms along when the sun shines on the solar panel |
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Solar Art Glass Bell $44.95 Solar Art Glass Bell The Solar Art Glass Bell is a solar charged LED that softly illuminates lawns, flower beds, potted plants, gardens and walkways. During the day, the solar panel absorbs the suns natural energy, as the sun sets the light will turn on automatically and radiate long into the night. Features: . Sturdy tri-prong stake, stylish Art Glass and a weather resistant rustic brown finish . Requires no wiring, can be placed anywhere outside . Stylish art glass Item Specifications: Dimension: 12″ L x 5″ W x 38″ H |
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Solar Defense Booster SPF30 $65.99 Women’s 50ml/1.7oz . An absolute solar defense booster SPF30 SPF30 offers maximum protection against UV-ray Effectively helps prevent premature aging Safeguard your complexion while moisturizing Greatly retains your skins moisture level Suitable for all skin types |
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Garden Delights Solar Garden Trellis $40.95 Garden Delights Solar Garden Trellis The Garden Delights Solar Garden Trellis is solar powered and absorbs light energy during the day for hours of nighttime illumination. This solar charged LED comes with alternating color: changing from red, amber to blue. Great in planter beds or potted arrangements. Features: . Solar powered . Absorbs light energy during the day for hours of nighttime illumination . Great for presents . Looks great in planter beds or potted arrangements Item Specifications: Dimension: 6.5″ L x 3″ W x 38″ H |
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Garden Delights Solar Rain Gauge $30.95 Garden Delights Solar Rain Gauge The Garden Delights Solar Rain Gauge is solar powered and absorbs light energy during the day for hours of nighttime illumination. This solar charged LED comes with alternating color: changing from red, amber to blue. Great in planter beds or potted arrangements. Features: . Solar powered . Absorbs light energy during the day for hours of nighttime illumination . Great for presents . Looks great in planter beds or potted arrangements . Glass rain gauge vial (udometer) is easy to read and measures up to 7 inches (17cm) of rainfall . 5.75″ x 2.5″ x 27.5″ (L x W x H) |
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Garden Delights Solar Garden Globe $32.95 Garden Delights Solar Garden Globe The Garden Delights Solar Garden Globe is solar powered, and delivers great performances. This garden globe absorbs light energy during the day for hours of nighttime illumination. This solar charged LED comes with alternating color: changing from red, amber to blue. Features: . Absorbs light energy during the day for hours of nighttime illumination . Solar charged LED with alternating color globe . Changes from red to amber to blue; Design based on traditional armillary Item Specifications: Color/Flavor: Black/Clear Dimension: 10″ x 3.5″ x 37.5″ |
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Cattail Solar Stake with Crackle Glass $36.95 Cattail Solar Stake with Crackle Glass The Cattail Solar Stake with Crackle Glass offers beautiful outdoor solar accent lighting for yards, gardens, walkways and potted plants. This stake requires no wiring and is very durable. During the day, the solar panel absorbs the sun’s natural energy. As the sun sets the lantern will turn on automatically and radiate light long into the night. Features: . Antique style finish adds a primitive look . Weather resistant . Durable and long lasting |
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Tulip Solar Garden Stake Blue $40.95 Tulip Solar Garden Stake The Tulip Solar Garden Stake offers beautiful outdoor solar accent lighting for yards, gardens, walkways and potted plants. This stake requires no wiring and is very durable. During the day, the solar panel absorbs the sun’s natural energy. As the sun sets, the lantern will turn on automatically and radiate light long into the night. Features: . Antique style finish adds a primitive look . Weather resistant . Durable and long lasting Item Specifications: Color: Red Blue |
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Tulip Solar Garden Stake Red $40.95 Tulip Solar Garden Stake The Tulip Solar Garden Stake offers beautiful outdoor solar accent lighting for yards, gardens, walkways and potted plants. This stake requires no wiring and is very durable. During the day, the solar panel absorbs the sun’s natural energy. As the sun sets, the lantern will turn on automatically and radiate light long into the night. Features: . Antique style finish adds a primitive look . Weather resistant . Durable and long lasting Item Specifications: Color: Red Blue |
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Solar $34.99 Solar, CATALOGUE/ONLINE EXCLUSIVE |
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12 Amp Pro-Logix Automatic Battery Charger – Pl2212 by Solar $128.12 Features and Benefits Delivers a fast, safe and effective charge to a wide variety of battery types and sizes. Optimized for batteries up to 175 Amp Hours. Compatible with a wide variety of battery types: Conventional, Maintenance Free, AGM, Gel Cell, Deep Cycle and Marine. Pro-Logix battery chargers adjust to meet the specific needs of the battery being charged, using Active Filtering Technology. The charger reads the batteryandrsquo;s characteristics and delivers energy in a manner that is best for the battery. Simple to set-up for each charging application. With andldquo;Push and Goandrdquo; One-Touch Control, the operator simply selects the battery size and the charger does the rest. Adjusts for changes in input voltage and for changes in ambient temperature (auto temperature correction) to enable a more effective charge every time. SOLAR Pro-Logix automatic battery chargers control several variables through each phase of the charging process to ensure that each battery gets an optimal charge. This means that batteries are charged better and faster, avoiding damage to the battery and resulting in improved reserve capacity. Pro-Logix battery chargers adjust to meet the specific needs of the battery being charged. Using Active Filtering Technology with Charge Control Circuitry, the charger reads the batteryandrsquo;s characteristics and delivers energy in a manner that is best for the battery, in essence allowing the battery to pull the energy from the charger rather than forcing it on the battery. This results in an optimal charge, with more power absorbed and maximum reserve capacity restored. This 12 Amp charger is optimized for a wide range of battery sizes from cars and SUVs to vans, pick-up trucks and delivery vehicles. Amp hours: 14-175; Reserve minutes: 0-320; Maximum charge rate: 12 amps. |
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A Static Analysis of Maximum Wind Penetration in Iowa and a Dynamic Assessment of Frequency Response in Wind Turbine Types. $107.66 New – As the energy industry moves into the 21st century the use and research into renewable resources has expanded significantly. Whether it is wind, biomass, or solar, the industry is seeking ways to breakthrough and integrate the newest technologies into their power systems. Wind energy, in particular, has seen significant expansion since the 1980’s, with generating capability of wind turbines increasing dramatically from 50 kW to nearly 5 MW presently. Seeking to introduce larger levels of w |
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A Static Analysis of Maximum Wind Penetration in Iowa and a Dynamic Assessment of Frequency Response in Wind Turbine Types. $74.07 Used – As the energy industry moves into the 21st century the use and research into renewable resources has expanded significantly. Whether it is wind, biomass, or solar, the industry is seeking ways to breakthrough and integrate the newest technologies into their power systems. Wind energy, in particular, has seen significant expansion since the 1980’s, with generating capability of wind turbines increasing dramatically from 50 kW to nearly 5 MW presently. Seeking to introduce larger levels of |
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A static analysis of maximum wind penetration in Iowa and a dynamic assessment of frequency response in wind turbine types. $49.99 As the energy industry moves into the 21st century the use and research into renewable resources has expanded significantly. Whether it is wind, biomass, or solar, the industry is seeking ways to breakthrough and integrate the newest technologies into their power systems. Wind energy, in particular, has seen significant expansion since the 1980’s, with generating capability of wind turbines increasing dramatically from 50 kW to nearly 5 MW presently. Seeking to introduce larger levels of wind generation in the Iowa electricity system, the goal of this thesis was to: First, determine the maximum wind penetration level of the existing transmission system in Iowa based on thermal loading limitations. Second, identify effects of increased wind penetration on system frequency response. |
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A static analysis of maximum wind penetration in Iowa and a dynamic assessment of frequency response in wind turbine types. $49.99 As the energy industry moves into the 21st century the use and research into renewable resources has expanded significantly. Whether it is wind, biomass, or solar, the industry is seeking ways to breakthrough and integrate the newest technologies into their power systems. Wind energy, in particular, has seen significant expansion since the 1980’s, with generating capability of wind turbines increasing dramatically from 50 kW to nearly 5 MW presently. Seeking to introduce larger levels of wind generation in the Iowa electricity system, the goal of this thesis was to: First, determine the maximum wind penetration level of the existing transmission system in Iowa based on thermal loading limitations. Second, identify effects of increased wind penetration on system frequency response. |
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A static analysis of maximum wind penetration in Iowa and a dynamic assessment of frequency response in wind turbine types. $108 As the energy industry moves into the 21st century the use and research into renewable resources has expanded significantly. Whether it is wind, biomass, or solar, the industry is seeking ways to breakthrough and integrate the newest technologies into their power systems. Wind energy, in particular, has seen significant expansion since the 1980’s, with generating capability of wind turbines increasing dramatically from 50 kW to nearly 5 MW presently. Seeking to introduce larger levels of wind generation in the Iowa electricity system, the goal of this thesis was to: First, determine the maximum wind penetration level of the existing transmission system in Iowa based on thermal loading limitations. Second, identify effects of increased wind penetration on system frequency response. |
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Adaptations of the bacterial flywheel for optimal mineral cycling in oligotrophic surface waters. $49.99 Nutrient cycling in a subarctic oligotrophic lake was explored using current kinetic theory for organisms adapted to low nutrient environments with emphasis on bacterial contributions to system function. Techniques were refined which minimize sample disturbance and contamination for the purpose of accurately measuring bacterioplankton activity. Seasonal variations in DNA content, cell mass, species composition, specific affinity for amino acids and cell yield were observed. Quasi-steady state formulae describe bacteria as a flywheel in nutrient cycling; energy is conserved within a relatively constant biomass by varying bacterial activity with nutrient availability.;The bacterial flywheel paradigm provides a bacteriocentric view of mineral cycling, linking kinetics to specific cytoarchitectural properties while maintaining links to substrate and grazing pressures. As an extention of the microbial loop paradigm, the flywheel becomes essential at high latitudes. In winter, low solar input interrupts the microbial loop so that the dissolved organic carbon (DOC) pool is cycled through bacteria only. This activity allows bacterioplankton to persist through winter and respond rapidly to springtime warming and nutrients.;Microbial adaptations to seasonal variations in nutrient availability and temperatures were examined within the bacterial flywheel framework. Organisms are well-adapted to a narrow (17°C) in situ temperature range. Activation energies for small warming were low at the temperature extremes (20.6 kJ mol -1 at 0.5°C; -32 kJ mol-1 at 17°C) and high in spring (110 kJ mol-1 at 1.2°C). Nutrition varies by season, supplied in large part by amino acids in spring and summer. Winter growth rates are at least 0.013 day-1 whereas partial growth rate on amino acids for that season is only 2.8 x 10-5 day -1. It is proposed that winter organisms rely on diffusion transport and/or shift toward concurrent use of a large suite of substrate types for growth |
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Adaptations of the bacterial flywheel for optimal mineral cycling in oligotrophic surface waters. $49.99 Nutrient cycling in a subarctic oligotrophic lake was explored using current kinetic theory for organisms adapted to low nutrient environments with emphasis on bacterial contributions to system function. Techniques were refined which minimize sample disturbance and contamination for the purpose of accurately measuring bacterioplankton activity. Seasonal variations in DNA content, cell mass, species composition, specific affinity for amino acids and cell yield were observed. Quasi-steady state formulae describe bacteria as a flywheel in nutrient cycling; energy is conserved within a relatively constant biomass by varying bacterial activity with nutrient availability.;The bacterial flywheel paradigm provides a bacteriocentric view of mineral cycling, linking kinetics to specific cytoarchitectural properties while maintaining links to substrate and grazing pressures. As an extention of the microbial loop paradigm, the flywheel becomes essential at high latitudes. In winter, low solar input interrupts the microbial loop so that the dissolved organic carbon (DOC) pool is cycled through bacteria only. This activity allows bacterioplankton to persist through winter and respond rapidly to springtime warming and nutrients.;Microbial adaptations to seasonal variations in nutrient availability and temperatures were examined within the bacterial flywheel framework. Organisms are well-adapted to a narrow (17°C) in situ temperature range. Activation energies for small warming were low at the temperature extremes (20.6 kJ mol -1 at 0.5°C; -32 kJ mol-1 at 17°C) and high in spring (110 kJ mol-1 at 1.2°C). Nutrition varies by season, supplied in large part by amino acids in spring and summer. Winter growth rates are at least 0.013 day-1 whereas partial growth rate on amino acids for that season is only 2.8 x 10-5 day -1. It is proposed that winter organisms rely on diffusion transport and/or shift toward concurrent use of a large suite of substrate types for growth |
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Advances In Passive Cooling $152 Following a rapid increase in the use of air conditioning in buildings of all types, the energy demand for powering such devices has become a significant cause for concern. Passive cooling is increasingly being thought of as the best alternative to air conditioning. This book offers the latest knowledge and techniques on passive cooling, enabling building professionals to understand the state of the art and employ relevant new strategies. With separate chapters on comfort, urban microclimate, solar control, ventilation, ground cooling and evaporative and radiative cooling, this authoritative text will also be invaluable for architects, engineers and students working on building physics and low-energy design. Advances in Passive Cooling is part of the BEST series, edited by Mat Santamouris. The aim of the series is to present the most current, high quality theoretical and application oriented material in the field of solar energy and energy efficient buildings. Leading international experts cover the strategies and technologies that form the basis of high-performance, sustainable buildings, crucial to enhancing our built and urban environment. |
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All Power Supply 56-482 D250S Battery Charger $215.99 The D250S DUAL charger obtains its energy from DC sources such as alternators, solar panels or wind power and optimises this power to meet the charging requirements of different battery banks. The D250S DUAL automatically selects the best connected DC energy source (of 2) for the purpose and switches between these energy sources to achieve high efficiency multi-stage charging. The D250S DUAL is particularly suitable for charging vehicles that do not have access to grid power supplies. Charging automatically starts as soon as DC energy is provided to the charger, for example, from alternators when a vehicle is started or from solar panels when connected. The D250S DUAL ensures that your batteries are always in good condition, quick charging and have long battery lifetimes. The D250S DUAL is a fully automatic 5-stage charger that supplies 20A to 12V batteries of 40-300Ah. The charger is IP65 classified (water jet and dust protected and approved for outdoor use) and protects vehicle electronics. It is suitable for all types of lead-acid batteries (Wet, MF, Gel, AGM). It is supplied with a 2 year guarantee. Technical Specs:. Input voltage: 7-22V. Max current: 20A. Back current drain: 2mA. Charging voltage: 14.4V at 25 degrees battery temp. Efficiency: 95%. Battery isolator: Automatic Voltage Sensitive Relay, built-in. Solar cell function: MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking). System: -20 C to +60 C, Output effect reduced automatically at higher temperatures. Type of batteries: 12V Lead acid (Open, MF, Gel, AG M). Battery size: 40-500Ah. Dimensions: 192 x 110 x 65 mm. Encapsulation: IP65 (splash- and dust proof). Protection: Reverse polarity protected by internal fuse. Color: Grey / Black. |
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Carbon-Neutral Architectural Design $99.95 The energy used to operate buildings is one of the most significant sources of greenhouse gas emissions. To lessen the human impact on climate, it is necessary to reduce these building-related emissions. New legislation, as well as market and financial pressures, are driving architects and developers to create low-carbon buildings. While it is possible to achieve many of these reductions through appropriate climate-responsive design, many architects are not trained to do this.Filling an urgent need for a design reference in this emerging field, Carbon-Neutral Architectural Design describes how to reduce building-related greenhouse gas emissions through appropriate design techniques. This full-color book presents strategies and methods to achieve CO2 reductions, with an emphasis on control of energy flows through the building envelope and passive heating and cooling strategies.Strategies for Designing Buildings with a Smaller Carbon FootprintExamining climate change and its relationship with buildings, the book begins with a look at the sources of emissions and how these are produced as a result of interactions between buildings and the surrounding environment. It then introduces a carbon-neutral architectural design process (CNDP) and a roadmap that can be adjusted for different types of projects.Discussing climate analysis and solar geometry, the book explores how understanding the climate where a building is located helps to identify the design strategies that are best suited to that location—whether warm and humid, warm and dry, temperate, or cold. It looks at psychrometrics and how to achieve thermal comfort with minimum emissions. The book also explains how building fabric can be used to control energy flows by conduction, radiation, and convection—helping to reduce overheating and overcooling—and how to incorporate passive cooling and heating systems through appropriate design.The book |
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Climatic Building Design: Energy-Efficient Building Principles and Practice $3.8 Used – This book on energy-conserving building design has been completely updated. It aims to give detailed guidance on using local climate and site conditions for optimum energy design – in all types of buildings and in all regions of the United States. Architects, builders, engineers and developers should find indispensable, site-tested strategies for maintaining climate control, promoting solar gain, minimizing conductive heat flow and infiltration, enhancing ventilation, and choosing the bes |
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Climatic Data Handbook for Europe, Climatic Data for the Design of Solar Energy Systems $166.81 Used – This handbook provides climatological data which can be used as an input for the design of passive solar buildings and solar systems. Solar radiation data are presented for 37 typical European locations, e.g.: — monthly average global and direct solar irradiation for several surfaces (types of receiver, orientation and inclination), and — cumulative frequency and utilizability curves of solar irradiance. Ambient temperature data are presented for 186 European locations as monthly averag |
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Climatic Data Handbook for Europe: Climatic Data for the Design of Solar Energy Systems $171.86 New – This handbook provides climatological data which can be used as an input for the design of passive solar buildings and solar systems. Solar radiation data are presented for 37 typical European locations, e.g.: — monthly average global and direct solar irradiation for several surfaces (types of receiver, orientation and inclination), and — cumulative frequency and utilizability curves of solar irradiance. Ambient temperature data are presented for 186 European locations as monthly average |
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Climatic Data Handbook for Europe: Climatic Data for the Design of Solar Energy Systems $205 This handbook provides climatological data which can be used as an input for the design of passive solar buildings and solar systems. Solar radiation data are presented for 37 typical European locations, e.g.: — monthly average global and direct solar irradiation for several surfaces (types of receiver, orientation and inclination), and — cumulative frequency and utilizability curves of solar irradiance. Ambient temperature data are presented for 186 European locations as monthly average ambient temperatures and monthly degree-days at several base temperatures. A set of methods and algorithms is also given for the reconstitution of these parameters at places where little information is available. Examples of design tools are introduced. The Handbook has been developed within the framework of a European concerted action entitled EUFRAT. Reference is made to a set of computer programmes and data bases which complement the Handbook in a useful way. The Handbook can easily be used by anyone (scientist, engineer, student or even non-specialist) who needs climatic data for the design of systems. |
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Cocktail Party Guide to Green Energy: Everything You Need to Know to Converse Intelligently about Alternative Energy $12.28 New – Green energy is no longer a futuristic notion–it’s rapidly entering the mainstream of society. “Cocktail Guide to Green Energy” provides you with everything you need to know to understand green energy options and make informed choices. With clear, objective language, Saliken describes types of green energy and shares exciting breakthroughs in solar, wind, geothermal, geoexchange, hydro, wave, tidal and biomass energy. She compares the pros and cons as well as the costs of various types of |
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Cocktail Party Guide to Green Energy: Everything You Need to Know to Converse Intelligently about Alternative Energy $12.28 Used – Green energy is no longer a futuristic notion–it’s rapidly entering the mainstream of society. “Cocktail Guide to Green Energy” provides you with everything you need to know to understand green energy options and make informed choices. With clear, objective language, Saliken describes types of green energy and shares exciting breakthroughs in solar, wind, geothermal, geoexchange, hydro, wave, tidal and biomass energy. She compares the pros and cons as well as the costs of various types o |
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Conceptual Physical Science Explorations $137.2 Focused on the idea that the rules of the physical world can be taught using a conceptual approach that emphasizes qualitative analysis, the Hewitt team has created a book that is highly readable, flexible, and hands-on. Thirty-four concisely written chapters allow you to better select topics to match your course and the needs of your readers in a one- or two- semester course. Conceptual Physical Science Explorations, Second Edition presents a clear and engaging introduction to physics, chemistry, astronomy, and earth sciences. The authors use analogies and everyday examples to clarify key concepts and help readers better understand the world around them. The book's consistent, high-quality coverage stimulates active learning with critical thinking exercises, hands-on experiments, review questions, and quantitative problems. Conceptual Physical Science Explorations is less rigorous in coverage and written more simply than Conceptual Physical Science, Fourth Edition, and directed primarily to college courses where readers are less well prepared, and in some cases, remedial. The Second Edition features updated content, new Chapter Opening statements, and more. About Science, Newton’s First Law of Motion – Inertia, Newton’s Second Law of Motion – Force and Acceleration, Newton’s Third Law of Motion – Action and Reaction, Momentum, Energy, Gravity, Fluid Mechanics, Heat, Electricity, Magnetism, Waves and Sound, Light and Color, Properties of Light, The Atom, Nuclear Energy, Elements of Chemistry, How Atoms Bond and Molecules Attract, How Chemicals Mix, How Chemicals React, Two Types of Chemical Reactions, Organic Compounds, The Chemistry of Drugs, Nutrition, Rocks and Minerals, Earth’s Interior, Plate Tectonics, Earth’s Surface Features, Earth History Over Time, Oceans and Atmosphere, Driving Forces of Weather, The Solar System, Stars and Galaxies, The |
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Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells $225 As environmental concerns escalate, solar power is increasingly seen as an attractive alternative energy source. Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells addresses the practical and theoretical issues fundamental to the viable conversion of sunlight into electricity. Written by three internationally renowned experts, this valuable reference profits from results and experience gained from research at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems. Features include: Introduction to the principles of photovoltaics, providing a grounding in semiconductor physics for the novice reader Special emphasis on the methods of attaining high efficiency and thereby cost-effective solar power Examination of the physics, design and technology of crystalline silicon solar cells, in particular thin film cells Survey of a selection of alternative cell types equipping the reader with a complete overview Detailed description of measuring and analysis techniques to facilitate determining physical semiconductor and solar cell parameters Accessible to those with a basic knowledge of physics and mathematics, this is an excellent introductory book for students studying solid state and semiconductor physics. All those working in photovoltaic development and production will find Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells an indispensable resource. |
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EVAN-MOOR EMC3305 READ AND UNDERSTAND SCIENCE GR. 4-6 $24.27 Read and Understand Science, Grades 46 presents stories that range from high-third grade to high-sixth grade in readability. Topics presented in Read and Understand Science, Grades 46 include: Life Sciencethe common cold, tide pool life, yeast, diversity in animal eyes, conflict of conservation and tourism, cell structure and diversity, sickle-cell anemia Physical Sciencepotential and kinetic energy, types of solar radiation, light reflection and refraction, chemical compounds, flight and rocketry, the periodic table of elements Earth and Space Science gravity, comets, types of rocks, tornadoes, tectonic plates and earthquakes, total solar eclipse Science and Technologythe process of invention, alternative fuel sources, invention of the microwave, improving airplane wing design, global warming, telescopes, communications devices through the years |
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Effects of solar disturbances on the thermosphere densities and winds from CHAMP and GRACE satellite accelerometer data. $108 This dissertation focuses on using a new satellite data source to characterize the response of the thermosphere to several different types of dynamical forcing. In this study, the methods used to calculate a continuous database of atmospheric parameters are developed and validated. In particular, the instruments available on the CHAllenging Mini-satellite Payload (CHAMP) mission are used to deduce in-situ atmospheric density and a component of wind velocity in the thermosphere. The global coverage and thorough sampling of local time, afforded by the carefully chosen orbital parameters of the satellite mission, ensure the value of this dataset.;In addition, the unprecedented spatial and temporal resolution provided by the CHAMP satellite enables the in-depth analyses of several response characteristics of the neutral atmosphere which have rarely, and in some cases never, been observed directly. Over large time scales, Solar Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) radiation provides the majority of energy that heats the thermosphere, while Joule heating associated with high-latitude geomagnetic disturbances is a sporadic, yet often more intense source. Both of these sources are capable of providing short bursts of energy which can excite different modes of response, including atmospheric gravity waves and enhanced global circulation. These features are observed in CHAMP data and compared with numerical simulations from the Thermosphere-Ionosphere-Electrodynamics General Circulation Model (TIEGCM) developed by the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), which embodies our current level of understanding of the upper atmosphere. |
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Electric batteries: Electrochemical cell, Voltaic pile, Fuel cell, Toshiba, Galvanic cell, Battery, Electric vehicle battery $31.66 Purchase includes free access to book updates online and a free trial membership in the publisher’s book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Chapters: Electrochemical Cell, Voltaic Pile, Fuel Cell, Toshiba, Galvanic Cell, Battery, Electric Vehicle Battery, List of Battery Sizes, Lithium Iron Phosphate, Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generator, Car Battery, Rechargeable Battery, Battery Directive, History of the Battery, Earth Battery, Battery Nomenclature, Thermionic Converter, Atomic Battery, Flow Battery, Nanobatteries, Battery Room, Call2recycle, Aluminium Battery, Battery Recycling, Battery, Battery Holder, Zinc-Carbon Battery, Electrolytic Cell, Rechargeable Alkaline Battery, Zinc-Bromine Flow Battery, Memory Effect, Exide Industries, Paper Battery, Battery Pack, Daniell Cell, Primary Cell, Betavoltaics, Uk Battery Regulations, Exide, Beta-Alumina Solid Electrolyte, Polymer-Based Battery, Avcon, Trickle Charging, Leclanché Cell, Backup Battery, Optoelectric Nuclear Battery, Reserve Battery, Weston Cell, Silicone Power Battery, Bunsen Cell, Depolarizer, List of Battery Types, Evolta, Scib, Oxyride Battery, Deep Cycle Battery, Zamboni Pile, Clark Cell, Continental Automotive Systems, Peukert’s Law, Nuclear Micro-Battery, A23 Battery, Solid-State Battery, Radioisotope Piezoelectric Generator, Grove Cell, Battery Indicator, Water-Activated Battery, Penny Battery, Enercell, Chromic Acid Cell, Ragone Chart, Gold Peak, Self-Discharge, Commodity Cell, Wilhelm Hellesen, P. R. Mallory and Co Inc, Clean Energy Project, Metal-Air Electrochemical Cell, Cross Battery Assessment, Organic Radical Battery, B.e.r.e.c., Trough Battery, Power Paper, Float Voltage, Biobattery, Smart Battery Data, Smart Battery System, Uniross, Nickel-Lithium Battery, In-Cell Charge Control, Tough Solar, 12-Volt Battery, Dry Cell, Primary Cell Terminology. Excerpt: 12-volt battery may refer to:A hyperlinked version of this chapter is at An A23 |
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Energy $26 If you’ve tied your shoes or turned a page today, you’ve used energy. In fact, you’ve probably already experienced many types of energy since you got up this morning! Learn all about the different kinds of energy that we see every day, from the solar energy that heats Earth to the electrical energy we use in our homes. |
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Energy $3.39 Used – Energy: If youve tied your shoes or turned a page today, youve used energy. In fact, youve probably already experienced many types of energy since you got up this morning! Learn all about the different kinds of energy that we see every day, from the solar energy that heats Earth to the electrical energy we use in our homes. |
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Energy Harvesting $144.46 In the face of today’’s alarming energy crisis, advanced methods must be developed to increase the efficiency of devices for harvesting energy from environmentally friendly resources and converting them to electrical energy. Detailing the concepts and theory behind renewable energy systems, this important new work explains the various applications of utilization and grid connection methodologies for energy harvesting. It describes and compares solar, wind, ocean wave, ocean tidal, and ocean thermal energy harvesting along with many different topologies and many types of power electronics interfaces. Simulation models developed throughout the book provide insights to design, modeling, and analysis. |
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Energy Harvesting for Autonomous Systems $139 This unique resource provides a detailed understanding of the options for harvesting energy from localized, renewable sources to supply power to autonomous wireless systems. You are introduced to a variety of types of autonomous system and wireless networks and discover the capabilities of existing battery-based solutions, RF solutions, and fuel cells. The book focuses on the most promising harvesting techniques, including solar, kinetic, and thermal energy. You also learn the implications of the energy harvesting techniques on the design of the power management electronics in a system. This in-depth reference discusses each energy harvesting approach in detail, comparing and contrasting its potential in the field. |
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Energy Harvesting for Autonomous Systems $124.72 Used – this unique resource provides a detailed understanding of the options for harvesting energy from localized, renewable sources to supply power to autonomous wireless systems. You are introduced to a variety of types of autonomous system and wirless networks and discover the capabilities of existing battery-based solutions, RF solutions, and fuel cells. The book focuses on the most promising harvesting techniques, including solar, kinetic, and thermal energy. You also learn the implication |
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Energy Harvesting for Autonomous Systems $124.72 New – this unique resource provides a detailed understanding of the options for harvesting energy from localized, renewable sources to supply power to autonomous wireless systems. You are introduced to a variety of types of autonomous system and wirless networks and discover the capabilities of existing battery-based solutions, RF solutions, and fuel cells. The book focuses on the most promising harvesting techniques, including solar, kinetic, and thermal energy. You also learn the implications |
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Energy Harvesting: Solar, Wind, and Ocean Energy Conversion Systems $139.95 Also called energy scavenging, energy harvesting captures, stores, and uses “clean” energy sources by employing interfaces, storage devices, and other units. Unlike conventional electric power generation systems, renewable energy harvesting does not use fossil fuels and the generation units can be decentralized, thereby significantly reducing transmission and distribution losses. But advanced technical methods must be developed to increase the efficiency of devices in harvesting energy from environmentally friendly, “green” resources and converting them into electrical energy.Recognizing this need, Energy Harvesting: Solar, Wind, and Ocean Energy Conversion Systems describes various energy harvesting technologies, different topologies, and many types of power electronic interfaces for stand-alone utilization or grid connection of energy harvesting applications. Along with providing all the necessary concepts and theoretical background, the authors develop simulation models throughout the text to build a practical understanding of system analysis and modeling.With a focus on solar energy, the first chapter discusses the I−V characteristics of photovoltaic (PV) systems, PV models and equivalent circuits, sun tracking systems, maximum power point tracking systems, shading effects, and power electronic interfaces for grid-connected and stand-alone PV systems. It also presents sizing criteria for applications and modern solar energy applications, including residential, vehicular, naval, and space applications. The next chapter reviews different types of wind turbines and electrical machines as well as various power electronic interfaces. After explaining the energy generation technologies, optimal operation principles, and possible utilization techniques of ocean tidal energy harvesting, the book explores near- and offshore approaches for harvesting the kinetic and potential energy of ocean waves. It also describes the required |
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Energy Harvesting: Solar, Wind, and Ocean Energy Conversion Systems $126.04 New – Detailing the concepts and theory behind renewable energy systems, this work explains the various applications of utilization and grid connection methodologies for energy harvesting. It describes and compares solar, wind, ocean wave, ocean tidal, and ocean thermal energy harvesting along with many types of power electronics interfaces. |
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Energy Harvesting: Solar, Wind, and Ocean Energy Conversion Systems $107.39 Used – Detailing the concepts and theory behind renewable energy systems, this work explains the various applications of utilization and grid connection methodologies for energy harvesting. It describes and compares solar, wind, ocean wave, ocean tidal, and ocean thermal energy harvesting along with many types of power electronics interfaces. |
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Energy In Africa $19.99 Purchase includes free access to book updates online and a free trial membership in the publisher’s book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: BiofuelBiomassGeothermalHydroelectricitySolar energyTidal powerWave powerWind power The developing nations of Africa are popular locations for the application of renewable energy technology. Currently, many nations already have small-scale solar, wind, and geothermal devices in operation providing energy to urban and rural populations. These types of energy production are especially useful in remote locations because of the excessive cost of transporting electricity from large-scale power plants. The application of renewable energy technology has the potential to alleviate many of the problems that face Africans every day, especially if done so in a sustainable manner that prioritizes human rights. Mean surface temperature anomalies during the period 1995 to 2004 with respect to the average temperatures from 1940 to 1980Africa is the largest and most populous continent in the world after Asia. Covering 20.4% of the available land area world wide, it is home to over 900 million people distributed within 53 countries. Approximately one-third of the estimated 1.6 billion people living without access to electricity worldwide live in Africa. It is estimated that, with the exception of Libya, South Africa and Egypt, the majority of African countries are only able to provide direct access to electricity to 20% of their peoples. This number is as low as 5% in some countries. Most of the exisiting power plants and transmission equipment were constructed in the 1950s |
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Energy Machines $2.95 Used – Discusses various machines involved in finding, processing, transporting, and distributing such types of energy as solar, gas, oil, coal, wind, and nuclear. |
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Experimental Studies and Numerical Simulations on Light-Harvesting Devices. $74.36 Used – Obtaining high solar energy conversion efficiencies with materials that require minimal processing or refining is critical to next generation light-harvesting systems. Organic dyes and inorganic nanostructured semiconductors are two material types that address this need and are studied herein.Two sets of organic chromophore systems were characterized. First, triarylamine multi-chromophore dendrimers with purposely designed biphenyl-based trap sites were investigated using fluorescence upc |
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Green Power That Will Never Run Out: An Easy Guide To Understanding Solar Power, Wind Power, Hydropower, Biofuel And Other Types Of Renewable Energy $3.99 Wanda F. Smith,NOOK Book (eBook), English-language edition,Pub by Wanda F. Smith |
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Green and Clean Energy: What You Can Do $18.4 Used – Conventional energy sources such as oil and coal will not last forever, and they pose a threat to our earth through polluting and causing climate change. Author Sherri Mabry Gordon explores different types of energy, such as wind and solar, explaining how they work and what their advantages are. She also outlines ways kids can save energy and use it more wisely. |
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Green and Clean Energy: What You Can Do $29.11 New – Conventional energy sources such as oil and coal will not last forever, and they pose a threat to our earth through polluting and causing climate change. Author Sherri Mabry Gordon explores different types of energy, such as wind and solar, explaining how they work and what their advantages are. She also outlines ways kids can save energy and use it more wisely. |
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Harnessing Power from the Sun $24.87 Used – Ages 9 to 12 years. This amazing new book tells why solar power is becoming a very real replacement for our current energy sources, with detailed images featuring different types of solar collectors, solar thermal plants, and solar cells. |
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Harnessing Power from the Sun $5.68 New – This amazing new book tells why solar power is becoming a very real replacement for our current energy sources, with detailed images featuring different types of solar collectors, solar thermal plants, and solar cells. |
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Harnessing Power from the Sun $56.95 New – This amazing new book tells why solar power is becoming a very real replacement for our current energy sources, with detailed images featuring different types of solar collectors, solar thermal plants, and solar cells. |
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Harnessing Power from the Sun $24.87 New – Ages 9 to 12 years. This amazing new book tells why solar power is becoming a very real replacement for our current energy sources, with detailed images featuring different types of solar collectors, solar thermal plants, and solar cells. |
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Harnessing Power from the Sun $8.95 This amazing new book tells why solar power is becoming a very real replacement for our current energy sources, with detailed images featuring different types of solar collectors, solar thermal plants, and solar cells. |
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Harnessing Power from the Sun $1.96 Used – Ages 9 to 12 years. This amazing new book tells why solar power is becoming a very real replacement for our current energy sources, with detailed images featuring different types of solar collectors, solar thermal plants, and solar cells. |
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Heat Pumps $19.99 Purchase includes free access to book updates online and a free trial membership in the publisher’s book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Chapters: Heat Pump, Stirling Engine, Geothermal Heat Pump, Refrigerator, Geothermal Heating, Vapor-Compression Refrigeration, Ecocute, Absorption Refrigerator, Heat Pump and Refrigeration Cycle, Thermoacoustic Hot Air Engine, Vortex Tube, Absorption Air Cooler, Air Source Heat Pumps, Direct Exchange Geothermal Heat Pump, Coefficient of Performance, Water Cooler, Electrocaloric Effect, Fluidyne Engine, Gustav Lorentzen, Stoddard Engine, Hybrid Heat, Triathlon. Excerpt: An absorption air cooler or heat absorption air cooler is an air cooler which uses a heat source (e.g. solar, kerosene-fueled flame) to provide the energy needed to drive the cooling system. Both absorption air coolers and compression air coolers use a refrigerant with a very low (sub-zero Fahrenheit ) boiling point . In both types, when this refrigerant evaporates or boils, it takes some heat away with it, providing the cooling effect. The main difference between the two types is the way the refrigerant is changed from a gas back into a liquid so that the cycle can repeat. A compressor refrigerator uses an electrically-powered compressor to increase the pressure on the gas, and then condenses the hot high pressure gas back to a liquid by heat exchange with a coolant (usually air). Once the high pressure gas has cooled, it passes through a pressure release valve which drops the refrigerant temperature to below freezing. An absorption refrigerator changes the gas back into a liquid using a different method that needs only heat, and has no moving parts. The other difference between the two types is the refrigerant used. Compressor refrigerators typically use an HCFC , while absorption refrigerators typically use ammonia . Principles A schematic showing the absorption cooling principle Absorptive refrigeration uses a |
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Hot Water from the Sun: A Consumer Guide to Solar Water Heating $5.17 Used – This guide has been written by experts in the field to provide you, a consumer, with information about the use of solar energy to heat the water you use in your home. It is no secret that energy costs have been rising rapidly in the past several years, and that conventional sources of energy are in short supply. As more and more people feel the impact of the rising cost and limited availability of some types of energy, increasing attention is being given to the energy available in sunligh |
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Hot Water from the Sun: A Consumer Guide to Solar Water Heating $15.57 New – This guide has been written by experts in the field to provide you, a consumer, with information about the use of solar energy to heat the water you use in your home. It is no secret that energy costs have been rising rapidly in the past several years, and that conventional sources of energy are in short supply. As more and more people feel the impact of the rising cost and limited availability of some types of energy, increasing attention is being given to the energy available in sunlight |
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Janice VanCleave’s Energy for Every Kid: Easy Activities That Make Learning Science Fun $12.95 How do plants make their own food?Why do the different strings on a guitar have different sounds?What does the color of a star tell you about how hot the star is?What’s the difference between gamma rays, X-rays, and microwaves?Now you can discover the answers to these and many other fascinating questions about energy for yourself with this fun-filled science resource. Packed with illustrations, Janice VanCleave’s Energy for Every Kid presents entertaining, challenging experiments and activities to help you understand the different types of energy—including heat, sound, electricity, and light—and how they bring about change in the world around you. You’ll develop your problem-solving skills as you create a “leaping frog” that turns potential energy into kinetic energy, model sound waves with a Slinky®, use a balloon to demonstrate static electricity, make “sun” tea with solar energy, and much more! Each of the activities is broken down into its purpose, a list of materials, step-by-step instructions, expected results, and an easy-to-understand explanation. Plus, all projects have been pretested so you can perform them safely and inexpensively in the classroom, at a science fair, or at home!Also available in the Science for Every Kid series:ASTRONOMY BIOLOGYCHEMISTRYCONSTELLATIONSDINOSAURSEARTH SCIENCEECOLOGYGEOGRAPHYGEOMETRYTHE HUMAN BODYMATHOCEANSPHYSICS |
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Janice VanCleave’s Engineering for Every Kid: Easy Activities That Make Learning Science Fun $14.95 How does a roller coaster car stayon the track when hurtling upside-downon a gigantic loop? Why does folding a piece of paper inan accordion shape make it stronger? What wing shape givesairplanes their lift? How do rockets blast off into space?Now you can discover the answers to these and many other fascinating questions about engineering for yourself with this fun-filled resource. Janice VanCleave’s Engineering for Every Kid presents entertaining, challenging experiments and activities to help you understand the different types of engineering there are—including structural, solar, electrical, and chemical—and how each is applied to real world everyday situations. Each of the activities is broken down into its purpose, a list of easy-to-find materials, step-by-step instructions, expected results, and a simple scientific explanation. Plus, the book’s 25 projects can easily be used in the classroom, as the basis of a science fair project, or at home just for fun!Also available in Janice VanCleave’sScience for Every Kid series: ASTRONOMY BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY CONSTELLATIONS DINOSAURS EARTH SCIENCE ECOLOGY ENERGY FOOD AND NUTRITION GEOGRAPHY GEOMETRY THE HUMAN BODY MATH OCEANS PHYSICS |
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Janice VanCleave’s Engineering for Every Kid: Easy Activities That Make Learning Science Fun $14.95 How does a roller coaster car stayon the track when hurtling upside-downon a gigantic loop? Why does folding a piece of paper inan accordion shape make it stronger? What wing shape givesairplanes their lift? How do rockets blast off into space?Now you can discover the answers to these and many other fascinating questions about engineering for yourself with this fun-filled resource. Janice VanCleave’s Engineering for Every Kid presents entertaining, challenging experiments and activities to help you understand the different types of engineering there are—including structural, solar, electrical, and chemical—and how each is applied to real world everyday situations. Each of the activities is broken down into its purpose, a list of easy-to-find materials, step-by-step instructions, expected results, and a simple scientific explanation. Plus, the book’s 25 projects can easily be used in the classroom, as the basis of a science fair project, or at home just for fun!Also available in Janice VanCleave’sScience for Every Kid series: ASTRONOMY BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY CONSTELLATIONS DINOSAURS EARTH SCIENCE ECOLOGY ENERGY FOOD AND NUTRITION GEOGRAPHY GEOMETRY THE HUMAN BODY MATH OCEANS PHYSICS |
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Konarka Technologies $60 Used – High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! Konarka Technologies, Inc. is a solar energy company based in Lowell, Massachusetts, founded in 2001 as a spin-off from University of Massachusetts. The company is developing two types of organic solar cells: polymer-fullerene solar cells and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). Konarka cells are lightweight, flexible photovoltaics that can be printed as film or coated onto surfaces. The company hopes i |
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Konarka Technologies $50 High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! Konarka Technologies, Inc. is a solar energy company based in Lowell, Massachusetts, founded in 2001 as a spin-off from University of Massachusetts. The company is developing two types of organic solar cells: polymer-fullerene solar cells and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). Konarka cells are lightweight, flexible photovoltaics that can be printed as film or coated onto surfaces. The company hopes its manufacturing process, which utilizes organic chemistry, will result in higher energy conversion efficiency at lower cost than traditional silicon fabricated solar cells (Reference needed). Konarka is also researching infrared light activated photovoltaics which would enable night-time power generation. The company’s co-founders include the Nobel laureate Alan J. Heeger. As of 2006, Konarka has received $60 million in funding from venture capital firms including 3i, Draper Fisher Jurvetson, New Enterprise Associates, Good Energies and Chevron Technology Ventures. |
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Large-Scale Solar Thermal Power $150.14 This important contribution to the issue of renewable energy describes the technical and economical requirements of mass-produced solar thermal power plants, from the different types of power plants to the development needs and a massive development program. The authors – renowned and experienced experts in the field – show that solar thermal power plants, because of their simple technology, are easy to build with high production rates and therefore can play a substantial role in the rapid substitution of fossil fuels. On the basis of solar thermal power (using long distance transmission) and coal from substituted coal plants, a future energy system is described supplying gas and liquid fuels. This is the first discussion of a complete concept, of a crash-strategy, for the partial replacement of oil and natural gas. |
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Large-Scale Solar Thermal Power: Technologies, Costs and Development $138.47 Used – This important contribution to the issue of renewable energy describes the technical and economical requirements of mass-produced solar thermal power plants, from the different types of power plants to the development needs and a massive development program. The authors – renowned and experienced experts in the field – show that solar thermal power plants, because of their simple technology, are easy to build with high production rates and therefore can play a substantial role in the rapi |
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Large-Scale Solar Thermal Power: Technologies, Costs and Development $135.13 New – This important contribution to the issue of renewable energy describes the technical and economical requirements of mass-produced solar thermal power plants, from the different types of power plants to the development needs and a massive development program. The authors – renowned and experienced experts in the field – show that solar thermal power plants, because of their simple technology, are easy to build with high production rates and therefore can play a substantial role in the rapid |
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Large-Scale Solar Thermal Power: Technologies, Costs and Development $180 This important contribution to the issue of renewable energy describes the technical and economical requirements of mass-produced solar thermal power plants, from the different types of power plants to the development needs and a massive development program. The authors – renowned and experienced experts in the field – show that solar thermal power plants, because of their simple technology, are easy to build with high production rates and therefore can play a substantial role in the rapid substitution of fossil fuels. On the basis of solar thermal power and coal from substituted coal plants, a future energy system is described supplying gas and liquid fuels. This is the first discussion of a complete concept, a Crash-Strategy, for the partial replacement of oil and natural gas. |
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Line-Focus Solar Power Plant Cost Reduction Plan $16.97 Used – Original publisher: Golden, Colo.: National Renewable Energy Laboratory, [2010] OCLC Number: (OCoLC)697174457 Subject: Solar collectors — Economic aspects. Excerpt: …Several different types of designs have been used. In one design, a steel torque tube ( as in the Luz LS-2 and more recent designs by Flagsol and Sener, for example ) or torque box ( as in the Eurotrough and Flabeg ) carries all of the torque load. Cantilever struts attached to the tube or box provide mounting points for t |
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Line-Focus Solar Power Plant Cost Reduction Plan $16.97 New – Original publisher: Golden, Colo.: National Renewable Energy Laboratory, [2010] OCLC Number: (OCoLC)697174457 Subject: Solar collectors — Economic aspects. Excerpt: …Several different types of designs have been used. In one design, a steel torque tube ( as in the Luz LS-2 and more recent designs by Flagsol and Sener, for example ) or torque box ( as in the Eurotrough and Flabeg ) carries all of the torque load. Cantilever struts attached to the tube or box provide mounting points for th |
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Living Green: An Eco-Friendly Guide to Sustainable Architecture and Sustainable Energy, Including Adobe, Earthbag, Solar Power, Wind Power, and More $16.1 New – Get informed on how to live green by reading this informative book on sustainable architecture and energy. Learn about types of natural buildings, such as cob, cordwood and earthbag construction, timber framing, and many more. Plus, read the latest facts about types of sustainable energy, such as biomass, solar power, geothermal power, tidal power, and more. Project Webster represents a new publishing paradigm, allowing disparate content sources to be curated into cohesive, relevant, and i |
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Living Green: An Eco-Friendly Guide to Sustainable Architecture and Sustainable Energy, Including Adobe, Earthbag, Solar Power, Wind Power, and More $21.04 Used – Get informed on how to live green by reading this informative book on sustainable architecture and energy. Learn about types of natural buildings, such as cob, cordwood and earthbag construction, timber framing, and many more. Plus, read the latest facts about types of sustainable energy, such as biomass, solar power, geothermal power, tidal power, and more. Project Webster represents a new publishing paradigm, allowing disparate content sources to be curated into cohesive, relevant, and |
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Modern refrigeration and air conditioning $167.48 New – Covers fundamentals, principles and service for all types of refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Practical applications in all branches, including solar energy and heat pumps. It is a book of encyclopedic proportions explaining each part of the system and how to diagnose and remedy trouble. Special emphasis on basics of electricity, magnetism and operating principles of electric motors. |
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Modern refrigeration and air conditioning $0.99 Used – Covers fundamentals, principles and service for all types of refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Practical applications in all branches, including solar energy and heat pumps. It is a book of encyclopedic proportions explaining each part of the system and how to diagnose and remedy trouble. Special emphasis on basics of electricity, magnetism and operating principles of electric motors. |
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Nanostructured Materials for Solar Energy Conversion $235 Nanostructured Materials for Solar Energy Conversion covers a wide variety of materials and device types from inorganic materials to organic materials. This book deals with basic semiconductor physics, modelling of nanostructured solar cell, nanostructure of conventional solar cells such as silicon, CIS and CdTe, dye-sensitized solar cell, organic solar cell, photosynthetic materials, fullerene, extremely thin absorber (ETA) solar cell, quantum structured solar cell, intermediate band solar cell, carbon nanotube, etc. including basic principle and the latest results. There are many books written on conventional p-n junction solar cells, but few books focus on new concepts in this area.* Focuses on the use of nanostructured materials for solar energy* Looks at a wide variety of materials and device types* Covers both organic and inorganic materials |
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Nonimaging Optics In Solar Energy $40 Nonimaging optics is a subdiscipline of optics whose development over the last 35-40 years was led by scientists from the University of Chicago and other cooperating individuals and institutions. The approach provides a formalism that allows the design of optical devices that approach the maximum physically attainable geometric concentration for a given set of optical tolerances. This means that it has the potential to revolutionize the design of solar concentrators. In this monograph, the basic practical applications of the techniques of nonimaging optics to solar energy collection and concentration are developed and explained. The formalism for designing a wide variety of concentrator types, such as the compound parabolic concentrator and its many embodiments and variations, is presented. Both advantages and limitations of the approach are reviewed. Practical and economic aspects of concentrator design for both thermal and photovoltaic applications are discussed as well. The whole range of concentrator applications from simple low-concentration nontracking designs to ultrahigh-concentration multistage configurations is covered.Table of Contents: Introduction / CPCs / Practical Design of CPC Thermal Collectors / Practical Design of CPC PV Concentrators / Two-Stage Nonimaging Concentrators for Solar Thermal Applications / Two-Stage Nonimaging Concentrators for Solar PV Applications / Selected Demonstrations of Nonimaging Concentrator Performance / The Importance of Economic Factors in Effective Solar Concentrator Design / Ultrahigh Concentration / Bibliography |
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Organic Photovoltaics $289 Achieving efficient solar energy conversion at both large scale and low cost is among the most important technological challenges for the near future. The present volume describes and explains the fundamentals of organic/plastic solar cells in a manner accessible to both researchers and students. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the operational principles underlying several types of solar cells that have absorber layers based on polymer materials and small molecules. It addresses competing approaches, such as polymer solar cells and dye-sensitized cells, while considering the thermodynamic principles within the context of these schemes. Organic Photovoltaics also analyzes in detail the charge-transfer processes in the bulk-heterojunction devices corresponding to the relevant mechanism of carrier generation. Emphasized throughout is the concept of interpenetrating polymer-fullerene networks, due to their high potential for improving power efficiency. |
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Organic Photovoltaics: Concepts and Realization $230.3 Achieving efficient solar energy conversion at both large scale and low cost is among the most important technological challenges for the near future. The present volume describes and explains the fundamentals of organic/plastic solar cells in a manner accessible to both researchers and students. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the operational principles underlying several types of solar cells that have absorber layers based on polymer materials and small molecules. It addresses competing approaches, such as polymer solar cells and dye-sensitized cells, while considering the thermodynamic principles within the context of these schemes. Organic Photovoltaics also analyzes in detail the charge-transfer processes in the bulk-heterojunction devices corresponding to the relevant mechanism of carrier generation. Emphasized throughout is the concept of interpenetrating polymer-fullerene networks, due to their high potential for improving power efficiency. |
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Organic Photovoltaics: Concepts and Realization $177.24 New – Achieving efficient solar energy conversion at both large scale and low cost is among the most important technological challenges for the near future. The present volume describes and explains the fundamentals of organic/plastic solar cells in a manner accessible to both researchers and students. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the operational principles underlying several types of solar cells that have absorber layers based on polymer materials and small molecules. It addresses co |
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Photoelectrochemical Materials and Energy Conversion Processes $142.05 New – An international group of leading scientists from the field has contributed to the 12th volume in this series, covering a range of different types of solar cells and including a critical comparison of the different techniques available for manufacturing the semiconductors needed. The result is an expert insight the central questions surrounding photovoltaic materials and systems, reflecting the latest developments in this hot and timely green topic. |
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Photoelectrochemical Materials and Energy Conversion Processes $135.23 Used – An international group of leading scientists from the field has contributed to the 12th volume in this series, covering a range of different types of solar cells and including a critical comparison of the different techniques available for manufacturing the semiconductors needed. The result is an expert insight the central questions surrounding photovoltaic materials and systems, reflecting the latest developments in this hot and timely green topic. |
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Photoelectrochemical Materials and Energy Conversion Processes $175 An international group of leading scientists from the field has contributed to the 12th volume in this series, covering a range of different types of solar cells and including a critical comparison of the different techniques available for manufacturing the semiconductors needed. The result is an expert insight the central questions surrounding photovoltaic materials and systems, reflecting the latest developments in this hot and timely green topic. |
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Polymer Hybrid Photovoltaics for Inexpensive Electricity Generation: Final Technical Report, 1 September 2001 – 30 April 2006 $16.97 Used – Original publisher: Golden, Colo.: National Renewable Energy Laboratory, [2006] OCLC Number: (OCoLC)173666150 Subject: Photovoltaic cells — Research. Excerpt: …liquid deposit smooth larger area solar cells and to improve the overall power efficiency of these inexpensive devices are now being developed under an NSF STTR Phase I grant. Lifetime Properties of Device Structures Lifetime behavior of all three types of devices ( polymer blends, TiOx layers, and PCBM blends ) was monitored fo |
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Polymer Hybrid Photovoltaics for Inexpensive Electricity Generation: Final Technical Report, 1 September 2001 – 30 April 2006 $16.97 New – Original publisher: Golden, Colo.: National Renewable Energy Laboratory, [2006] OCLC Number: (OCoLC)173666150 Subject: Photovoltaic cells — Research. Excerpt: …liquid deposit smooth larger area solar cells and to improve the overall power efficiency of these inexpensive devices are now being developed under an NSF STTR Phase I grant. Lifetime Properties of Device Structures Lifetime behavior of all three types of devices ( polymer blends, TiOx layers, and PCBM blends ) was monitored for |
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Power from the Sun: A Practical Guide to Solar Electricity $17.22 Used – Easy-to-understand, accurate and comprehensive, this is the guide for anyone interested in installing a solar electric system. The book provides a basic understanding of electricity, solar energy and the sun, and solar site assessment. It discusses the types of PVs and PV systems, advances in PVs, charge controllers, inverters, batteries, and generators, as well as the installation and maintenance of a PV system. This book is written for the layperson, and is designed to raise the solar e |
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PowerFilm PowerPack+Plus Solar Package – 14W $414.87 PowerPack +Plus no longer any need for electric power plug in The PowerPack+Plus includes:14W PowerFilm Rollable Solar Panel12V DC Battery Pack12V LED Rechargeable Lantern12V Combination Fan/LED Light15′ Extension CordIn addition, the battery pack can be utilized by any 12V compatible device, giving you more options using solar energy on your adventures!The ultimate self-contained solar and battery power system designed for all types of outdoor adventure and much, much more…How the PowerPack+Plus Works:The PowerFilm solar panel charges the battery pack, which powers the LED fan/light combination and other battery operated electric products. In addition, the solar panel can be used for other charging applications, like charging your car battery, RV camper and other 12V battery products. This truly is the ultimate for all outdoor adventures, such as camping, hiking, climbing or any outdoor experience.Use the PowerPack +Plus in remote areas typically lacking a power source such as cabins or caves, even at home for safety and power when the electricity goes out.The PowerPack +Plus is the ultimate power convenience-not only does it provide light and climate control, it gives you an auxiliary power source to charge your camper, car, RV, cellular phone, radios…just about any battery operated device. |
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Radiative and combustion properties of nanoparticle-laden liquids. $49.99 Key processes in energy conversion systems are radiative transport and combustion. The general objective of this dissertation is to improve energy conversion efficiency by a fundamental investigation of how nanoparticle-laden liquid suspensions, generally termed nanofluids, can be used to either enhance radiative absorption in solar thermal energy systems, or to improve the combustion properties of liquid fuels. The present study theoretically investigates the feasibility of using a non-concentrating direct absorption solar collector (DAC) and compares its performance with that of a typical flat-plate collector. Here a nanofluid – a mixture of water and aluminum nanoparticles – is used as the absorbing medium. It was observed that the presence of nanoparticles increases the absorption of incident radiation by more than 9 times over that of pure water. Under similar operating conditions, the efficiency of a DAC using nanofluid as the working fluid is found to be up to 10 percent higher (on an absolute basis) than that of a flat-plate collector. This study also attempts to improve the ignition properties of diesel fuel by investigating the influence of adding aluminum and aluminum-oxide nanoparticles to diesel. As part of this study, droplet ignition experiments were carried out atop a heated hot plate over the range of 688 to 768 degrees centigrade. Different types of fuel mixtures were used; both particle size (15 nm and 50 nm) as well as the volume fraction (0, 0.1 and 0.5 percent) of nanoparticles added to diesel were varied. It was observed that the ignition probability for the fuel mixtures which contained nanoparticles was significantly higher than that of pure diesel. Finally, the concept of using solar energy for converting biomass into useful product-gases was explored. A molten salt mixture (containing nanoparticles) was used to absorb and transfer solar energy to the biomass. Under the highest amount of solar radiation (60 times the normal solar |
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Read & Understand Folktales & Fables Grades 2-3 $17.99 The 27 stories in Read and Understand Science address objectives drawn from the National Science Education Standards. There are stories in the areas of life science, physical science, earth and space science, and science and technology.Read and Understand, Science, Grades 4-6+ presents stories that range from high-third grade to high-sixth grade in readability.Topics presented include: * Life Science—the common cold, tide pool life, yeast, diversity of animal eyes, conflict of conservation and tourism, cell structure and diversity, sickle-cell anemia.* Physical Science—potential and kinetic energy, types of solar radiation, light reflection and refraction, chemical compounds, flight and rocketry, the periodic table of elements.* Earth & Space Science—gravity, comets, types of rocks, total solar eclipse, tornadoes, tectonic plates and earthquakes, global warming.* Science & Technology—the process of invention, alternative fuel sources, invention of the microwave, improving airplane wing design, global warming, telescopes, communications devices through the years. |
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Renewable Energy $84.95 Stimulated by recent technological developments and increasing concern over the sustainability and environmental impact of conventional fuel usage, the prospect of producing clean, sustainable power in substantial quantities from renewable energy sources arouses interest world-wide. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the principal types of renewable energy-including solar, thermal photovoltaics, bioenergy, hydro, tidal, wind, wave, and geothermal. In addition, the text explains the underlying physical and technological principles of renewable energy and examines the environmental impact and future prospects of different energy sources. It includes over 350 detailed illustrations, more than fifty tables of data, and a wide range of case studies. Renewable Energy, 2/e is ideal for undergraduate courses in energy, sustainable development, and environmental science. |
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Renewable Energy $36.38 Used – Stimulated by recent technological developments and increasing concern over the sustainability and environmental impact of conventional fuel usage, the prospect of producing clean, sustainable power in substantial quantities from renewable energy sources arouses interest world-wide. This bookprovides a comprehensive overview of the principal types of renewable energy-including solar, thermal photovoltaics, bioenergy, hydro, tidal, wind, wave, and geothermal. In addition, the text explains |
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Renewable Energy $84.95 Stimulated by recent technological developments and increasing concern over the sustainability and environmental impact of conventional fuel usage, the prospect of producing clean, sustainable power in substantial quantities from renewable energy sources arouses interest world-wide. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the principal types of renewable energy-including solar, thermal photovoltaics, bioenergy, hydro, tidal, wind, wave, and geothermal. In addition, the text explains the underlying physical and technological principles of renewable energy and examines the environmental impact and future prospects of different energy sources. It includes over 350 detailed illustrations, more than fifty tables of data, and a wide range of case studies. Renewable Energy, 2/e is ideal for undergraduate courses in energy, sustainable development, and environmental science. |
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Renewable Energy $42.4 New – Stimulated by recent technological developments and increasing concern over the sustainability and environmental impact of conventional fuel usage, the prospect of producing clean, sustainable power in substantial quantities from renewable energy sources arouses interest world-wide. This bookprovides a comprehensive overview of the principal types of renewable energy-including solar, thermal photovoltaics, bioenergy, hydro, tidal, wind, wave, and geothermal. In addition, the text explains |
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Renewable Energy $87.69 Stimulated by recent technological developments and increasing concern over the sustainability and environmental impact of conventional fuel usage, the prospect of producing clean, sustainable power in substantial quantities from renewable energy sources arouses interest world-wide. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the principal types of renewable energy-including solar, thermal photovoltaics, bioenergy, hydro, tidal, wind, wave, and geothermal. In addition, the text explains the underlying physical and technological principles of renewable energy and examines the environmental impact and future prospects of different energy sources. It includes over 350 detailed illustrations, more than fifty tables of data, and a wide range of case studies. Renewable Energy, 2/e is ideal for undergraduate courses in energy, sustainable development, and environmental science. |
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Renewable Energy: Power for a Sustainable Future $294.14 New – Stimulated by recent technological developments and increasing concern over the sustainability and environmental impact of conventional fuel usage, the prospect of producing clean, sustainable power in substantial quantities from renewable energy sources arouses interest world-wide. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the principal types of renewable energy-including solar, thermal photovoltaics, bioenergy, hydro, tidal, wind, wave, and geothermal. In addition, the text explains |
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Renewable Energy: Power for a Sustainable Future $296.27 New – Stimulated by recent technological developments and increasing concern over the sustainability and environmental impact of conventional fuel usage, the prospect of producing clean, sustainable power in substantial quantities from renewable energy sources arouses interest world-wide. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the principal types of renewable energy-including solar, thermal photovoltaics, bioenergy, hydro, tidal, wind, wave, and geothermal. In addition, the text explains |
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Renewable Energy: Power for a Sustainable Future $311.07 New – Stimulated by recent technological developments and increasing concern over the sustainability and environmental impact of conventional fuel usage, the prospect of producing clean, sustainable power in substantial quantities from renewable energy sources arouses interest world-wide. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the principal types of renewable energy-including solar, thermal photovoltaics, bioenergy, hydro, tidal, wind, wave, and geothermal. In addition, the text explains |
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Renewable Energy: Power for a Sustainable Future $296.27 New – Stimulated by recent technological developments and increasing concern over the sustainability and environmental impact of conventional fuel usage, the prospect of producing clean, sustainable power in substantial quantities from renewable energy sources arouses interest world-wide. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the principal types of renewable energy-including solar, thermal photovoltaics, bioenergy, hydro, tidal, wind, wave, and geothermal. In addition, the text explains |
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Renewable Energy: Power for a Sustainable Future $5.8 Used – Stimulated by recent technological developments and increasing concern over the sustainability and environmental impact of conventional fuel usage, the prospect of producing clean, sustainable power in substantial quantities from renewable energy sources arouses interest world-wide. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the principal types of renewable energy-including solar, thermal photovoltaics, bioenergy, hydro, tidal, wind, wave, and geothermal. In addition, the text explain |
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Renewable Energy: Power for a Sustainable Future $296.27 New – Stimulated by recent technological developments and increasing concern over the sustainability and environmental impact of conventional fuel usage, the prospect of producing clean, sustainable power in substantial quantities from renewable energy sources arouses interest world-wide. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the principal types of renewable energy-including solar, thermal photovoltaics, bioenergy, hydro, tidal, wind, wave, and geothermal. In addition, the text explains |
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Roof Cooling Techniques: A Design Handbook $32.45 * Presents a thorough treatment of roof cooling techniques, facilitating research, design and installation* Covers principles of roof design (environmental function and construction methods) and specific systems and cooling techniques* Includes a free CD-ROM, enabling readers to evaluate their own designsNatural heating and cooling of buildings helps to improve energy efficiency in the built environment. This book considers the principles of roof design and specific systems and cooling techniques.Environmental function is considered in terms of protective strategies (solar control, thermal insulation, heat storage and thermal inertia) and selective strategies (radiative, evaporative, and convective cooling and planting of roofs). Traditional and current roof construction practices are described, with various European case studies. Cooling techniques examined include roof ponds, cooling radiators, planted (green) roofs and roof components, presenting fundamental principles, the systems and components employed, advantages and disadvantages, application types, built precedents, recent experimental work (where applicable) and key design considerations.Also included are two appendices, the first detailing mathematical models suitable for designing water ponds, radiators, cooling panels and planted roofs; the second outlining the software used to implement the models. |
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SOLAR SOLPL2212 Pro-Logix 12 Amp Automatic Battery Charger $85.9 Features and Benefits Delivers a fast safe and effective charge to a wide variety of battery types and sizes. Optimized for batteries up to 175 Amp Hours. Compatible with a wide variety of battery types: Conventional Maintenance Free AGM Gel Cell Deep Cycle and Marine. Pro-Logix battery chargers adjust to meet the specific needs of the battery being charged using Active Filtering Technology. The charger reads the battery s characteristics and delivers energy in a manner that is best for the battery. Simple to set-up for each charging application. With Push and Go One-Touch Control the operator simply selects the battery size and the charger does the rest. Adjusts for changes in input voltage and for changes in ambient temperature (auto temperature correction) to enable a more effective charge every time.SOLAR Pro-Logix automatic battery chargers control several variables through each phase of the charging process to ensure that each battery gets an optimal charge. This means that batteries are charged better and faster avoiding damage to the battery and resulting in improved reserve capacity. Pro-Logix battery chargers adjust to meet the specific needs of the battery being charged. Using Active Filtering Technology with Charge Control Circuitry the charger reads the battery s characteristics and delivers energy in a manner that is best for the battery in essence allowing the battery to pull the energy from the charger rather than forcing it on the battery. This results in an optimal charge with more power absorbed and maximum reserve capacity restored. This 12 Amp charger is optimized for a wide range of battery sizes from cars and SUVs to vans pick-up trucks and delivery vehicles. Amp hours: 14-175; Reserve minutes: 0-320; Maximum charge rate: 12 amps. |
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Solar Cells: Materials, Manufacture and Operation $49.5 Used – The capture and use of solar energy has been growing for many years, but only in recent times have advances in design and manufacture allowed us to see the incorporation of solar energy as a significant player in the renewable energy arena. Solar cells are at the heart of any photovoltaic system and in this book the various types are described and their characteristics reviewed. Going beyond materials, design and function, ‘Solar Cells’ also covers their testing, monitoring and calibratio |
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Solar Cells: Materials, Manufacture and Operation $49.5 New – The capture and use of solar energy has been growing for many years, but only in recent times have advances in design and manufacture allowed us to see the incorporation of solar energy as a significant player in the renewable energy arena. Solar cells are at the heart of any photovoltaic system and in this book the various types are described and their characteristics reviewed. Going beyond materials, design and function, ‘Solar Cells’ also covers their testing, monitoring and calibration |
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Solar Cells: Materials, Manufacture and Operation $29.91 Used – The capture and use of solar energy has been growing for many years, but only in recent times have advances in design and manufacture allowed us to see the incorporation of solar energy as a significant player in the renewable energy arena. Solar cells are at the heart of any photovoltaic system and in this book the various types are described and their characteristics reviewed. Going beyond materials, design and function, Solar Cells also covers their testing, monitoring and calibration |
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Solar Electricity $174.13 “?warmly recommended as a comprehensive, introductory text on a subject which should become increasingly important.” (Review of the First Edition in Contemporary Physics) The rapid evolution of photovoltaic technology has highlighted the increasing capabilities of solar electricity as a power source for distributed energy generation. Building on the success of the first edition, Solar Electricity presents a balanced introduction to all aspects of solar energy conversion, from cell types to environmental impact and applications. Now fully revised to incorporate the latest industry achievements and featuring: New sections on the role of dye sensitised solar cells, photovoltaics in buildings, diesel hybrid systems, and photovoltaic markets and funding. Solar cell design and manufacturing technology including crystalline silicon and thin film devices. Introduction to a range of photovoltaic applications including rural electrification, grid connection issues, and the supply of electrical power to satellites in space. Illustrative case studies and self-assessment questions and answers at the end of each chapter. Undergraduate and postgraduate science and engineering students, practising mechanical and power engineers and those with a general interest in renewable energy will find this comprehensive text an invaluable reference. Solar Electricity, Second Edition forms part of the Energy Engineering Learning Package. Organised by UNESCO, this distance learning package has been established to train engineers to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow in this exciting field of energy engineering. It has been developed by an international team of distinguished academics, coordinated by Dr Boris Berkovski. This modular course will appeal to advanced undergraduates and post graduate students, as well as practising power engineers in industry. World Solar Summit Process Visit Our Web Page! http://www.wiley.com/ |
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Solar Electricity $100 Solar Electricity Second Edition Edited by Tomas Markvart University of Southampton, UK “.warmly recommended as a comprehensive, introductory text on a subject which should become increasingly important.” (Review of the First Edition in Contemporary Physics) The rapid evolution of photovoltaic technology has highlighted the increasing capabilities of solar electricity as a power source for distributed energy generation. Building on the success of the first edition, Solar Electricity presents a balanced introduction to all aspects of solar energy conversion, from cell types to environmental impact and applications. Now fully revised to incorporate the latest industry achievements and featuring: New sections on the role of dye sensitised solar cells, photovoltaics in buildings, diesel hybrid systems, and photovoltaic markets and funding. Solar cell design and manufacturing technology including crystalline silicon and thin film devices. Introduction to a range of photovoltaic applications including rural electrification, grid connection issues, and the supply of electrical power to satellites in space. Illustrative case studies and self-assessment questions and answers at the end of each chapter. Undergraduate and postgraduate science and engineering students, practising mechanical and power engineers and those with a general interest in renewable energy will find this comprehensive text on invaluable reference. Solar Electricity, Second Edition forms part of the Energy Engineering Learning Package. Organised by UNESCO, this distance learning package has been established to train engineers to meet the challengs of today and tomorrow in this exciting field of energy engineering. It has been developed by an international team of distinguished academics, coordinated by Dr Boris Berkovski. This modular course will appeal to advanced undergraduates and post graduate students, as well as practising power engineers in industry. World Solar Summit Process Visit Our Web |
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Solar Electricity Basics: A Green Energy Guide $12.95 The future will be powered by renewables. As we transition away from finite and polluting fossil fuels, clean, reliable, and affordable renewable technologies such as solar electricity will become the mainstay of our energy supply. Solar Electricity Basics provides a clear understanding of electricity and energy. It discusses the types of solar electric system you can choose from, their components, solar site assessment, the installation of photovoltaic systems, and much more. Whether your goal is to lower your energy bill or to achieve complete energy independence, Solar Electricity Basics is the introduction you need. Dan Chiras is a respected educator and an internationally acclaimed author who has published more than twenty-five books on residential renewable energy and green building, including Power From the Sun. |
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Solar Energy / All About Rocks – Combo Pack $22.1 SKN1005: Features: -Solar energy/all about rocks combo pack.-Complete lab with solar collector, solar heater, energy focusing lens, thermometer and more than 25 energy conservation experiments.-Harness the power of the sun.-Collect and measure energy using a variety of solar tools.-Learn about and experiment with eight different types of rock.-Learn how to smash the toughest rock in the world. Assembly Instructions: -Assembly required. Collection: -Start your own rock collection and grow beautiful crystals. |
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Solar Power for Your Home $4.89 Easy, inexpensive, do-it-yourself solar energy projectsFeaturing step-by-step instructions and useful photos and illustrations, this hands-on guide is filled with solar energy solutions you can put to use right away. Solar Power for Your Home shows you how to set up a variety of simple, money-saving solar projects quickly and easily, such as a solar water heater, a solar pool pump, solar lighting, a solar oven—and even a solar-powered lawn mower!Learn all about the different types of solar technologies, including passive solar and photovoltaic, and determine which best suits your projects. You’ll get details on assessing current energy use in your home, estimating the costs of solar installations, and calculating your overall savings. Reduce your carbon footprint—and your energy costs—with help from this practical resource.Solar Power for Your Home covers:History, benefits, and potential detriments of solar energyFundamentals of solar technologies—passive solar, photovoltaic, concentrating solar energy, and moreEvaluating home electricity consumptionCreating a personal energy planHow and when to contract your solar projectEmerging technologies—thin film, nano, and hybrid solar and solar storage Funding options including rebates, incentives, and grantsStandards, conversions, and helpful resources |
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Solar Power for Your Home $24.95 Easy, inexpensive, do-it-yourself solar energy projectsFeaturing step-by-step instructions and useful photos and illustrations, this hands-on guide is filled with solar energy solutions you can put to use right away. Solar Power for Your Home shows you how to set up a variety of simple, money-saving solar projects quickly and easily, such as a solar water heater, a solar pool pump, solar lighting, a solar oven—and even a solar-powered lawn mower!Learn all about the different types of solar technologies, including passive solar and photovoltaic, and determine which best suits your projects. You’ll get details on assessing current energy use in your home, estimating the costs of solar installations, and calculating your overall savings. Reduce your carbon footprint—and your energy costs—with help from this practical resource.Solar Power for Your Home covers: History, benefits, and potential detriments of solar energy Fundamentals of solar technologies—passive solar, photovoltaic, concentrating solar energy, and more Evaluating home electricity consumption Creating a personal energy plan How and when to contract your solar project Emerging technologies—thin film, nano, and hybrid solar and solar storage Funding options including rebates, incentives, and grants Standards, conversions, and helpful resources |
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Study of a Standalone Solar-Wind Hybrid Electric Energy Supply System $87.6 New – The book discusses about supplying electric energy from solar-wind based hybrid resources to remotely located communities detached from the main grid line in Ethiopia. The communities in mind are one of two types: the majority of the poor population residing in the countryside; and the people relocated by the Government from the overused and dry regions to the relatively productive and fertile ones in line with the long-term poverty reduction plan. The study was begun by investigating wind |
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Study of a Standalone Solar-Wind Hybrid Electric Energy Supply System $87.6 Used – The book discusses about supplying electric energy from solar-wind based hybrid resources to remotely located communities detached from the main grid line in Ethiopia. The communities in mind are one of two types: the majority of the poor population residing in the countryside; and the people relocated by the Government from the overused and dry regions to the relatively productive and fertile ones in line with the long-term poverty reduction plan. The study was begun by investigating win |