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- ISBN-13
- 9781498772778
- Book Title
- Photovoltaic Systems Engineering
- ISBN
- 9781498772778
- Publication Year
- 2017
- Type
- Textbook
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Publication Name
- Photovoltaic Systems Engineering
- Item Height
- 1.1in
- Item Length
- 9.5in
- Publisher
- CRC Press LLC
- Item Width
- 7.6in
- Item Weight
- 31.7 Oz
- Number of Pages
- 536 Pages
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The primary purpose of PV Systems Engineering is to provide a comprehensive set of PV knowledge and understanding tools for the design, installation, commissioning, inspection, and operation of PV systems. During recent years in the United States, more PV capacity was installed than any other electrical generation source. In addition to practical system information, this new edition includes explanation of the basic physical principles upon which the technology is based and a consideration of the environmental and economic impact of the technology. The material covers all phases of PV systems from basic sunlight parameters to system commissioning and simulation, as well as economic and environmental impact of PV. With homework problems included in each chapter and numerous design examples of real systems, the book provides the reader with consistent opportunities to apply the information to real-world scenarios.
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Publisher
CRC Press LLC
ISBN-10
1498772773
ISBN-13
9781498772778
eBay Product ID (ePID)
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Product Key Features
Publication Name
Photovoltaic Systems Engineering
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Publication Year
2017
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
536 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
9.5in
Item Height
1.1in
Item Width
7.6in
Item Weight
31.7 Oz
Additional Product Features
Lc Classification Number
Tk1087.M47 2017
Edition Description
Revised Edition,New Edition
Edition Number
4
Reviews
"The new edition of the text represents an outstanding improvement over earlier versions. I would highly recommend it to any faculty interested in teaching a course related to photovoltaic systems engineering for the following reasons: a) It represents an excellent balance of theory and practical engineering application of science, technology, and economic analysis; b) It is up-to-date on the latest technology, system components, codes and standards, and accepted design practices, c) The problem sets at the end of each chapter are well thought out and provide students with relevant needed practice necessary for developing comprehensive design knowledge and skills for a variety of PV system configurations; d) The book is extremely well organized, well written, easy to follow, and should appeal to a large segment of both student and practicing engineering populations. In short, it is an excellent engineering text on extremely important subject matter from which faculty will enjoy teaching and from which student learning will be enhanced." -- Jerry Ventre, Florida Solar Energy Center (Retired), USA "This book, now in its 4th edition, is thorough, comprehensive and frequently revised, so it is up-to-date. I have always liked it, in earlier editions, for bothering to address the low profile but important aspects of photovoltaic systems that tend to be left out of other books - the mechanical engineering aspects, including mounting methods, loads and stresses and wind loading; electrical protection; standards (for USA at least); wire sizing; junction boxes; environmental impacts, etc." -- Richard Corkish, University of New South Wales, Australia "I find this book to be excellent, containing both the theoretical and practical knowledge to analyze and design a wide range of solar photovoltaic systems. I am not aware of any currently available books that include such breadth and depth." -- John Murray, Dine College, USA, "The new edition of the text represents an outstanding improvement over earlier versions. I would highly recommend it to any faculty interested in teaching a course related to photovoltaic systems engineering for the following reasons: a) It represents an excellent balance of theory and practical engineering application of science, technology, and economic analysis; b) It is up-to-date on the latest technology, system components, codes and standards, and accepted design practices, c) The problem sets at the end of each chapter are well thought out and provide students with relevant needed practice necessary for developing comprehensive design knowledge and skills for a variety of PV system configurations; d) The book is extremely well organized, well written, easy to follow, and should appeal to a large segment of both student and practicing engineering populations. In short, it is an excellent engineering text on extremely important subject matter from which faculty will enjoy teaching and from which student learning will be enhanced." -- Jerry Ventre, Florida Solar Energy Center (Retired), USA "This book, now in its 4th edition, is thorough, comprehensive and frequently revised, so it is up-to-date. I have always liked it, in earlier editions, for bothering to address the low profile but important aspects of photovoltaic systems that tend to be left out of other books - the mechanical engineering aspects, including mounting methods, loads and stresses and wind loading; electrical protection; standards (for USA at least); wire sizing; junction boxes; environmental impacts, etc." -- Richard Corkish, University of New South Wales, Australia "I find this book to be excellent, containing both the theoretical and practical knowledge to analyze and design a wide range of solar photovoltaic systems. I am not aware of any currently available books that include such breadth and depth." -- John Murray, Dine Colleg
Table of Content
Preface Disclaimer Acknowledgments Authors Abbreviations Chapter 1: Background 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Population and Energy Demand 1.3 Current World Energy Use Patterns 1.4 Exponential Growth 1.5 Hubbert''s Gaussian Model 1.6 Net Energy, BTU Economics, and the Test for Sustainability 1.7 Direct Conversion of Sunlight to Electricity with PV 1.8 Energy Units References Suggested Reading Chapter 2: The Sun 2.1 Introduction 2.2 The Solar Spectrum 2.3 Effect of Atmosphere on Sunlight 2.4 Sunlight Specifics 2.5 Capturing Sunlight References Suggested Reading Chapter 3: Introduction to PV Systems 3.1 Introduction 3.2 The PV Cell 3.3 The PV Module 3.4 The PV Array 3.5 Energy Storage 3.6 PV System Loads 3.7 PV System Availability: Traditional Concerns and New Concerns 3.8 Associated System Electronic Components 3.9 Generators 3.10 Balance of System Components References Suggested Reading Chapter 4: Grid-Connected Utility-Interactive Photovoltaic Systems 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Applicable Codes and Standards 4.3 Design Considerations for Straight Grid-Connected PV Systems 4.4 Design of a System Based on Desired Annual System Performance 4.5 Design of a System Based upon Available Roof Space 4.6 Design of a Microinverter-Based System 4.7 Design of a Nominal 20 kW System That Feeds a Three-Phase Distribution Panel 4.8 Design of a Nominal 500-kW System 4.9 System Commissioning 4.10 System Performance Monitoring References Suggested Reading Chapter 5: Mechanical Considerations 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Important Properties of Materials 5.3 Establishing Mechanical System Requirements 5.4 Design and Installation Guidelines 5.5 Forces Acting on PV Arrays 5.6 Array Mounting System Design 5.7 Computing Mechanical Loads and Stresses 5.8 Standoff, Roof Mount Examples References Suggested Reading Chapter 6: Battery-Backup Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Battery-Backup Design Basics 6.3 A Single Inverter 120-V Battery-Backup System Based on Standby Loads 6.4 A 120/240-V Battery-Backup System Based on Available Roof Space 6.5 An 18-kW Battery-Backup System Using Inverters in Parallel 6.6 AC-Coupled Battery-Backup Systems 6.7 Battery Connections References Chapter 7: Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Systems 7.1 Introduction 7.2 The Simplest Configuration: Module and Fan 7.3 A PV-Powered Water Pumping System 7.4 A PV-Powered Parking Lot Lighting System 7.5 A Cathodic Protection System 7.6 A Portable Highway Advisory Sign 7.7 A Critical Need Refrigeration System 7.8 A PV-Powered Mountain Cabin 7.9 A Hybrid-Powered, Off-Grid Residence 7.10 Summary of Design Procedures References Suggested Reading Chapter 8: Economic Considerations 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Life-Cycle Costing 8.3 Borrowing Money 8.4 Payback Analysis 8.5 Externalities References Suggested Reading Chapter 9: Externalities and Photovoltaics 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Externalities 9.3 Environmental Effects of Energy Sources 9.4 Externalities Associated with PV Systems References Chapter 10: The Physics of Photovoltaic Cells 10.1 Introduction 10.2 Optical Absorption 10.3 Extrinsic Semiconductors and the PN Junction 10.4 Maximizing PV Cell Performance 10.5 Exotic Junctions References Chapter 11: Evolution of Photovoltaic Cells and Systems 11.1 Introduction 11.2 Silicon PV Cells 11.3 Gallium Arsenide Cells 11.4 CIGS Cells 11.5 CdTe Cells 11.6 Emerging Technologies 11.7 New Developments in System Design 11.8 Summary References Appendix: Design Review Checklist Index
Copyright Date
2017
Topic
Buildings / Residential, Electronics / Optoelectronics, Construction / Electrical, Electrical
Lccn
2017-002231
Dewey Decimal
621.31244
Intended Audience
College Audience
Dewey Edition
23
Illustrated
Yes
Genre
Technology & Engineering, Architecture
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