Concentrator photovoltaics / [edited by] Antonio L. Luque, Viacheslav M. Andreev.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Luque, A. (Antonio)

Andreev, V. M. (Vi︠a︡cheslav Mikhaĭlovich)

Louis A. Duhring Fund.

Series:

Springer series in optical sciences 0342-4111 ; v.130.

Springer series in optical sciences, 0342-4111 ; v.130

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Photovoltaic power generation.

Physical Description:

xiii, 345 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.

Place of Publication:

Berlin ; New York : Springer, [2007]

Summary:

Photovoltaic solar-energy conversion is one of the most promising technologies for generating renewable energy, and conversion of concentrated sunlight can lead to reduced cost for solar electricity. In fact, photovoltaic conversion of concentrated sunlight insures an efficient and cost-effective sustainable power resource. This book gives an overview of all components, e.g. cells, concentrators, modules and systems, for systems of concentrator photovoltaics. The authors report on significant results related to design, technology, and applications, and also cover the fundamental physics and market considerations. Specific contributions include: theory and practice of sunlight concentrators; an overview of concentrator PV activities; a description of concentrator solar cells; design and technology of modules and systems; manufacturing aspects; and a market study.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Local Notes:

Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Louis A. Duhring Fund.

ISBN:

9783540687962

3540687963

OCLC:

78989788

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