Practical Photovoltaics : Electricity from Solar Cells / Edition 3

by Richard J. Komp, John Perlin

Overview

Practical Photovoltaics, the now-classic reference on solar electricity, offers a unique combination of technical discussion and practical advice. Physicist, lecturer, and solar-home dweller Richard Komp explains the "how" and the "how-to" of PV, while providing valuable information on the industry, new developments, and the future. The book is a comprehensive guide to the theory and reality of solar electricity, as well as a detailed installation and maintenance manual. A well-illustrated appendix offers step-by-step instructions for constructing your own solar module, a creative approach to demystifying the technology.

Presented in a clear, concise, and understandable style, Dr. Komp's contribution to PV literature has been called the "best single reference available," "the easiest and most complete education on photovoltaics," "one of the best basic books on PV," and "the best of the books."

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780937948118
Publisher:	aatec Publications
Publication date:	06/28/1995
Edition description:	REV
Pages:	197
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 8.98(h) x 0.58(d)

About the Author

Dr. Komp is president of SunWatt Corporation. He teaches at the National Engineering University in Nicaragua, where he works with the nonprofit Grupo Fenix, which manufactures photovoltaic systems and installs them in remote Nicaraguan villages.

John Perlin lives in Santa Barbara, California, with his wife, Margaret November, M.D., and son, Pesach.