Stand-alone solar electric systems : the Earthscan expert handbook for planning, design and installation /
"One of the best ways to get power to remote, off-grid locations, whether in developed or developing countries, is through the use of solar electric systems. This practical guide describes how to plan, design and install solar electric systems in a manner that is hands-on, graphic and technical...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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London ; Washington, DC ; Sterling, VA :
Earthscan,
2010.
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| Series: | Earthscan expert series.
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| Summary: | "One of the best ways to get power to remote, off-grid locations, whether in developed or developing countries, is through the use of solar electric systems. This practical guide describes how to plan, design and install solar electric systems in a manner that is hands-on, graphic and technically complete. Highly illustrated chapters cover solar energy basics; components of solar electric systems (modules, batteries, regulators, inverters and appliances); installation practice; details on planning and servicing systems; water pumping; refrigeration; and village electrification. This is the must-have guide for electric technicians and designers, development workers, and anyone who wants to install their own off-grid system."--Publisher's description. |
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| Physical Description: | xiv, 232 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9781844077137 (hardback) 1844077136 (hardback) |