Solar Energy Engineering

Solar Energy Engineering

Author: Soteris A Kalogirou

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2009-07-22

Total Pages: 779

ISBN-13: 0080922872

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As perhaps the most promising of all the renewable energy sources available today, solar energy is becoming increasingly important in the drive to achieve energy independence and climate balance. This new book is the masterwork from world-renowned expert Dr. Soteris Kalogirou, who has championed solar energy for decades. The book includes all areas of solar energy engineering, from the fundamentals to the highest level of current research. The author includes pivotal subjects such as solar collectors, solar water heating, solar space heating and cooling, industrial process heat, solar desalination, photovoltaics, solar thermal power systems, and modeling of solar systems, including the use of artificial intelligence systems in solar energy systems, modeling and performance prediction. *Written by one of the world's most renowned experts in solar energy*Covers the hottest new developments in solar technology, such as solar cooling and desalination*Packed with quick look up tables and schematic diagrams for the most commonly used systems today'


Solar Energy

Solar Energy

Author: Andy Walker

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2013-08-07

Total Pages: 480

ISBN-13: 1118416546

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Solar Energy is an authoritative reference on the design of solar energy systems in building projects, with applications, operating principles, and simple tools for the construction, engineering, and design professional. The book simplifies the solar design and engineering process, providing sample documentation and special tools that provide all the information needed for the complete design of a solar energy system for buildings to enable mainstream MEP and design firms, and not just solar energy specialists, to meet the growing demand for solar energy systems in building projects.


A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Energy Systems

A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Energy Systems

Author: Trevor Letcher

Publisher: Academic Press

Published: 2018-05-17

Total Pages: 542

ISBN-13: 0128114800

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A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Energy Systems: With Special Focus on Photovoltaic Systems, the most advanced and research focused text on all aspects of solar energy engineering, is a must have edition on the present state of solar technology, integration and worldwide distribution. In addition, the book provides a high-level assessment of the growth trends in photovoltaics and how investment, planning and economic infrastructure can support those innovations. Each chapter includes a research overview with a detailed analysis and new case studies that look at how recent research developments can be applied. Written by some of the most forward-thinking professionals, this book is an invaluable reference for engineers. - Contains analysis of the latest high-level research and explores real world application potential in relation to developments - Uses system international (SI) units and imperial units throughout to appeal to global engineers - Offers measurable data written by a world expert in the field on the latest developments in this fast moving and vital subject


Solar Energy Engineering

Solar Energy Engineering

Author: Soteris A Kalogirou

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2023-12-01

Total Pages: 904

ISBN-13: 0323993516

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Solar Energy Engineering: Processes and Systems, Third Edition, includes updated chapters and extended resources to assist in the research and teaching of solar energy engineering. Sections cover advances in solar collectors, solar water heating, solar space heating and cooling, industrial process heat, solar desalination, photovoltaic technology, solar thermal power systems, modeling of solar energy systems, and a new chapter on wind energy systems. This book provides students, teachers and professionals with the basic principles and applications of solar energy systems and processes to help them understand how to operate and design solar systems. In addition, this best-selling title includes a student and academic companion site with additional materials on chapter PowerPoints for teaching, problems with a solutions manual, and equations files to assist in problem-solving. - Written by one of the world's most renowned experts in solar energy with over thirty years of experience in renewable and solar energy applications - Features a new student and professor companion site with study questions and exercises, problem-solving files, formulas and teaching support materials - Provides updated chapters, including new sections detailing solar collectors, uncertainties in solar collector performance testing, building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), thermosiphonic systems performance prediction and solar updraft tower systems - Includes reference tables and schematic diagrams for the most used systems


Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes

Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes

Author: John A. Duffie

Publisher: Wiley

Published: 2006-08-25

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780471698678

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The updated, cornerstone engineering resource of solar energy theory and applications. Solar technologies already provide energy for heat, light, hot water, electricity, and cooling for homes, businesses, and industry. Because solar energy only accounts for one-tenth of a percent of primary energy demand, relatively small increases in market penetration can lead to very rapid growth rates in the industryâ??which is exactly what has been projected for coming years as the world moves away from carbon-based energy production. Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, Third Edition provides the latest thinking and practices for engineering solar technologies and using them in various markets. This Third Edition of the acknowledged leading book on solar engineering features: Complete coverage of basic theory, systems design, and applications Updated material on such cutting-edge topics as photovoltaics and wind power systems New homework problems and exercises


Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes

Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes

Author: John A. Duffie

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2013-04-03

Total Pages: 936

ISBN-13: 1118415418

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The updated fourth edition of the "bible" of solar energy theory and applications Over several editions, Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes has become a classic solar engineering text and reference. This revised Fourth Edition offers current coverage of solar energy theory, systems design, and applications in different market sectors along with an emphasis on solar system design and analysis using simulations to help readers translate theory into practice. An important resource for students of solar engineering, solar energy, and alternative energy as well as professionals working in the power and energy industry or related fields, Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, Fourth Edition features: Increased coverage of leading-edge topics such as photovoltaics and the design of solar cells and heaters A brand-new chapter on applying CombiSys (a readymade TRNSYS simulation program available for free download) to simulate a solar heated house with solar- heated domestic hot water Additional simulation problems available through a companion website An extensive array of homework problems and exercises


Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, Photovoltaics and Wind

Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, Photovoltaics and Wind

Author: John A. Duffie

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2020-03-24

Total Pages: 930

ISBN-13: 1119540283

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The bible of solar engineering that translates solar energy theory to practice, revised and updated The updated Fifth Edition of Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, Photovoltaics and Wind contains the fundamentals of solar energy and explains how we get energy from the sun. The authors—noted experts on the topic—provide an introduction to the technologies that harvest, store, and deliver solar energy, such as photovoltaics, solar heaters, and cells. The book also explores the applications of solar technologies and shows how they are applied in various sectors of the marketplace. The revised Fifth Edition offers guidance for using two key engineering software applications, Engineering Equation Solver (EES) and System Advisor Model (SAM). These applications aid in solving complex equations quickly and help with performing long-term or annual simulations. The new edition includes all-new examples, performance data, and photos of current solar energy applications. In addition, the chapter on concentrating solar power is updated and expanded. The practice problems in the Appendix are also updated, and instructors have access to an updated print Solutions Manual. This important book: • Covers all aspects of solar engineering from basic theory to the design of solar technology • Offers in-depth guidance and demonstrations of Engineering Equation Solver (EES) and System Advisor Model (SAM) software • Contains all-new examples, performance data, and photos of solar energy systems today • Includes updated simulation problems and a solutions manual for instructors Written for students and practicing professionals in power and energy industries as well as those in research and government labs, Solar Engineering of Thermal Processes, Fifth Edition continues to be the leading solar engineering text and reference.


Solar Energy Engineering

Solar Energy Engineering

Author: A. A. M. Sayigh

Publisher:

Published: 1977

Total Pages: 536

ISBN-13:

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Introduction / A.A.M. Sayigh -- The sun and the celestial vault / Enrico Coffari -- Solar irradiance, total and spectral / Mathew P. Thekaekara -- Solar energy availability prediction from climatological data / A.A.M. Sayigh -- Heat transfer for solar energy utilization / J.A. Sabbagh -- Solar energy utilization : liquid flat plate collectors / W.W.S. Charters -- Convective heat transfer effects within honeycomb structures of flat plate solar collectors / W.W.S. Charters -- Solar air heaters and their applications / M. Kudret Selçuk -- Concentrating collectors / A.B. Meinel -- Solar pond / S.B. Savage -- Solar furnaces / Takemaro Sakurai -- Photovoltaic conversion / Charles E. Backus -- Application of solar energy in space / Charles E. Backus -- Conversion of solar energy into electricity / M. Ali Kettani -- Storage of solar energy / M. Ali Kettani -- Refrigeration and air conditioning / B.J. Brinkworth -- Solar heating and cooling of homes / John I. Yellott -- Solar production of hydr ...