- ISBN13: 9780937948118
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Product Description
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.”
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I recommend this book to anyone interested in a basic yet comprehensive guide to photovoltaic technology, the PV industry and practical applications of PV. This book contains detailed explanations about the installation and maintenance of solar electricity clearly explained in layman’s language by its author, Dr. Richard Komp. It even has an illustrated appendix with step-by-step instructions on how to construct your very own solar module so you will better grasp PV technology. I found it to be an excellent reference source on the subject.
Amazon User Rating: 5 / 5
I just received this book. I was expecting a “book / manual” that covered more than the most basic of information that almost all know. It is a good book, but……..
If you just want to know “about” photovoltaics from the standpoint of say, a high school student for a basic level science project….. this will do well. It gives the basic physics for the solar cell, the way they have been used in society now, and offer projected future uses of the same.
If however, you actually wanted serious practical info, possibly building your own system, possibly going into a home Grid-Tie system, or other ideas with a little bit more technical and useful data, this book isn’t it even though the name “Practical Photovoltaics” sound as if you would.
Amazon User Rating: 2 / 5
I had the oportunity of read this book. It is easy to understand and I had the book right on time.
Thanks.
Amazon User Rating: 4 / 5
This is the best book on PhotoVoltaics I’ve found yet. Comprehensive, thorough, yet simple enough for the layman – without being too simple. I’d recommend this book for anyone who is interested in the coming green revolution in energy production.
Amazon User Rating: 5 / 5
If you decide to begin understand how photovoltaics works without digging immediately in deep details, I suggest you this book.
The subjects of the book spread from the solar cells principles of working, to the several applications they may have to the industrial process of making them. All this, without entering in deeper details.
To me, as a beginner, it has been useful and really appreciated.
Amazon User Rating: 4 / 5