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Chiras, Daniel D.
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Photovoltaic power systems.
Photovoltaic power generation.
Solar houses.
Dwellings -- Power supply.
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Chiras, Daniel D.
Photovoltaic power systems.
Photovoltaic power generation.
Solar houses.
Dwellings -- Power supply.
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Power from the sun : a practical guide to solar electricity / Dan Chiras.
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Chiras, Daniel D.
New Society Publishers, [2017]
Call #:
621.31244 C541p 2017
Subjects
Photovoltaic power systems.
Photovoltaic power generation.
Solar houses.
Dwellings -- Power supply.
ISBN:
9780865718296 (pbk.)
Alternate title:
Power from the sun 2 : a practical guide to solar electricity
Practical guide to solar electricity
Edition:
Revised 2nd edition.
Description:
vii, 311 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Notes:
Previous edition published: Gabriola Island, B.C. :
New
Society
Pubishers, c2009.
The number "2" appears after the title on the book's spine, indicating the "second edition".
Some copies may be permabound.
"Achieving energy independence"--Cover
Bibliography:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 295-300) and index.
Contents:
An introduction to solar electricity -- Understanding the sun and solar energy -- Understanding solar electricity -- Solar site assessment -- Solar electric systems : what are your options? -- Understanding inverters -- Batteries, charge controllers and gen-sets -- Mounting a PV array for maximum output -- Final consideration: permits, covenants, utility interconnection, and buying a system.
Summary:
"Written for the layman, this is a fully revised and updated guide for individuals and businesses interested in generating their own solar electricity. It provides a basic understanding of electricity, wiring, and solar energy, and guides the reader through site assessment and determining the type of system needed, providing a solid understanding of grid-tied and off-grid systems, along with important guidelines on installation."--Provided by publisher.
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