| Practical Photovoltaics: Electricity from Solar Cells |  | Author: Richard J. Komp
Publisher: Aatec Publications
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Edition: 3 Sub
Pages: 197
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Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.6
ISBN: 093794811X
Dewey Decimal Number: 621.31244
EAN: 9780937948118
ASIN: 093794811X
Publication Date: June 1995
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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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 Book was a bit disappointing, yet there is value..... December 22, 2009
Gary L. Iverson, Sr. (Boise, Idaho)
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.
Thanks November 2, 2009
Gilberto S. Naranjo
I had the oportunity of read this book. It is easy to understand and I had the book right on time.
Thanks.
 Somewhat Technical October 11, 2009
G. Thomas
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I won't pick on the book too much because if you are interested in the chemical composition of photovoltaic systems you will find this interesting. I personally thought I was getting something which talked about practical applications, and not so much the transport of electrons in crystaline substances. If you are looking at the possibility of applying solar at home then looks somewhere else. If you need a history lesson on the start of solar electric then this isn't a bad book at all. Although it appears a little dated and the pictures aren't that inspiring, if your wondering how photovoltaic cells work on an atomic level you'll love this.
 photovoltaic science for the layman March 8, 2009
J. Stiles (Mt. Shasta , CA)
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.
Good for beginners November 8, 2008
Paolo Giai Miniet (Turin, ITALY)
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.
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