- Photovoltaic Technology
- Solar Photovoltaic, Fundamentals, Technologies and Applications
- Solar Photovoltaic and Fuel Cells
1. Photovoltaic Technology
| 1."Solar Photovoltaic Technology and Systems: A Manual for Technicians, Trainers and Engineers" by Solanki C S
“Solar Photovoltaic Technology and Systems: A Manual for Technicians, Trainers, and Engineers” Book Review: This book is a guide for technicians and engineers who want to learn about solar PV technologies and systems. It covers topics like how to design and install the system, and how to maintain it. It also talks about batteries, solar radiation, measurements of batteries, and where SPV systems can be used. The book explains the basics of electricity and wires, and how to connect arrays to the system. It also discusses how to estimate energy requirements, how to design SPV captive power systems, and how to troubleshoot issues. The book includes diagrams and exercises to help readers understand the topics.
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| 2."Solar Energy: The physics and engineering of photovoltaic conversion, technologies and systems" by Arno Smets and Klaus Jäger
“Solar Energy: The physics and engineering of photovoltaic conversion, technologies and systems” Book Review: This book is about how to design and use photovoltaic systems, which convert energy from the sun into electricity. It talks about the science behind the solar cells, and their practical applications. The book explains different types of solar cells, such as crystalline silicon and thin-film. It covers topics like how to connect the systems to the grid, how to design the system, and how to make it work well. The book has information for both complex and simple photovoltaic systems.
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| 3."The Solar Electricity Handbook: A Simple, Practical Guide to Solar Energy: How to Design and Install Photovoltaic Solar Electric Systems 2017" by Michael Boxwell
“The Solar Electricity Handbook: A Simple, Practical Guide to Solar Energy: How to Design and Install Photovoltaic Solar Electric Systems 2017” Book Review: This book talks about solar energy, which is a type of green energy that is free and available to everyone. The book explains how we can use solar energy to make electricity. It discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using solar energy in detail. The book also has information on how solar cells work and how we can use them to make an electricity system. It explains the process of designing and installing a solar energy system in a simple way. This book is useful for students studying materials science or electrical engineering.
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| 4."Potential Low Cost, High Efficiency Solar Photovoltaic Technology" by Nowshad Amin
“Potential Low Cost, High Efficiency Solar Photovoltaic Technology” Book Review: The book focuses on developing new ways to make solar energy conversion more efficient. It has information about using CdTe solar cells with different configurations for future applications. The book also talks about different device structures for CdTe thin film solar cells. The main aim of the book is to help develop new ideas and experiments for making solar energy more efficient and cost-effective without harming the environment. It is useful for researchers and scientists who want to create better solar energy technology.
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| 5."Implementing Building Integrated Photovoltaics Technology" by Shahreen Farjana Shawkat
“Implementing Building Integrated Photovoltaics Technology” Book Review: The book talks about a new technology called Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV), which combines solar panels with building materials to generate electricity. It explains how using BIPV can reduce the use of fuel and electricity in buildings. The book also talks about how BIPV technology can make a building look better. It is useful for people who want to learn about this new technology and how it can be used in buildings.
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| 6."Solar Cells: An Introduction to Crystalline Photovoltaic Technology" by Jeffrey A Mazer
“Solar Cells: An Introduction to Crystalline Photovoltaic Technology” Book Review: The book discusses how to make crystalline silicon solar cells and modules. It explains how solar cells work as semiconductor devices while also using simple language to describe them. The book mainly focuses on the physical concepts of crystalline silicon cell technology. It is useful for people like marketing and sales personnel, engineers, technicians, and project managers who want to learn about making and using these solar cells.
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| 7."Photovoltaic Systems Engineering, Fourth Edition" by Roger A Messenger and Amir Abtahi
“Photovoltaic Systems Engineering, Fourth Edition” Book Review: This book teaches the basics of Photovoltaic Systems, including how to install, design, inspect, and operate them. It also explains the physical principles behind this technology and its effects on the environment and revenue. The book covers all phases of PV systems, such as basic sunlight parameters, system commissioning, and simulation. It includes exercises at the end of each chapter and real design examples to help readers understand each topic better. If you want to learn about Photovoltaic Systems, this book could be useful.
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| 8."Photovoltaic Systems: Analysis and Design" by Mukerjee
“Photovoltaic Systems: Analysis and Design” Book Review: This book teaches the basics of solar cells and their use in photovoltaic technology. It covers solar radiation, solar cell characteristics and measurements, and inverters used in PV systems. The book also describes different photovoltaic systems, such as solar lanterns and water pumps, including their design, construction, and performance. It explains how solar power is uploaded to the grid and discusses the economic aspects of PV systems. The book includes circuit diagrams, design examples, and figures for easy understanding. Anyone studying Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Energy Studies can benefit from this book.
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| 9."Handbook on Concentrator Photovoltaic Technology" by Carlos Algora and Ignacio Rey–Stolle
“Handbook on Concentrator Photovoltaic Technology” Book Review: This book focuses on Concentrator Photovoltaic (CPV) technology, covering its basics and components, such as multi-junction solar cells and concentrator optics. It includes topics like solar radiation, modules, and trackers, as well as characterization and reliability of CPV technology. The book discusses current trends and future cost models for CPV, including case studies of actual systems in the field. It also covers the environmental effects of CPV and its potential for real-life applications. This book is useful for people interested in CPV, including scientists, engineers, and professionals.
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| 10."Third Generation Photovoltaics" by M Green
“Third Generation Photovoltaics” Book Review: This book focuses on third-generation photovoltaic technology and advanced energy conversion concepts to improve photovoltaic performance. It covers topics like Energy, Efficiency, Entropy, Single Junction Cells, Tandem Cells, Hot Carrier Cells, Multiple Electron-Hole Pair per proton, Impurity Photovoltaic, and Multiband Cells. It includes a summary after each chapter and references for further reading. The book is helpful for undergraduate students studying photovoltaics and solar energy conversion as well as researchers. It explains key concepts and is a good resource for people interested in the topic.
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2. Solar Photovoltaic, Fundamentals, Technologies and Applications
| 1."Semiconductors for Solar Cells" by H J Moller
“Semiconductors for Solar Cells” Book Review: This textbook covers the basics of solar cells, including their physics, material science, and technology. It includes problems to better understand the relationship between different aspects of solar cell technology. The chapters cover topics like Recombination at Surfaces and Dislocations, Absorption of Light in Semiconductors, and Fundamental Material Parameters. The textbook is helpful for students as well as scientists and engineers in the field of semiconductor physics, materials science, and solar technology. It explains key concepts and is a useful resource for anyone interested in this area of study.
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| 2."Solid State Electronic Devices" by Ben G Streetman
“Solid State Electronic Devices” Book Review: This textbook is for students in the field of electronic engineering and related fields from the first year onwards. It covers the basics of semiconductor physics and current technology, as well as its applications in various electronic devices. The book covers a wide range of topics such as Crystal Properties, Atoms and Electrons, Energy Bands, Charge Carriers, Junctions, Transistors, Optoelectronic Devices, Integrated Circuits, High-Frequency, and High-Power Devices. There are appendices with more information, such as Properties of Semiconductor Materials and Diffusivities of Dopants. The book also has practice problems with solutions. It is a useful resource for students and anyone interested in electronic devices.
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| 3."The Physics of Solar Cells" by J Nelson
“The Physics of Solar Cells” Book Review: This textbook explains the physics and technical details of solar cells and their applications. It covers the basic and advanced concepts in the field, such as Basic principles of PV, Electrons and Holes in Semiconductors, and Thin Film Solar Cells. The textbook includes an exercise section at the end of the book with solutions to help readers understand the various concepts covered in the chapters. It is a useful resource for understanding solar cell technology and its applications.
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| 4."Thin-film Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells: Physics and Technology" by R Brendel
“Thin-film Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells: Physics and Technology” Book Review: This textbook focuses on the science and technology of thin film crystalline silicon solar cells and their applications. It begins with an introduction to the different types of crystalline solar cells and their problems. The book then discusses the limitations of photogeneration, radiative recombination, and non-radiative recombination. It covers advanced concepts such as quantum efficiency analysis and technological approaches to thin film cells. The book concludes with a summary of the concepts learned and their application to understand the significance, limitations, and applications of thin film solar cells. It is a helpful resource for those interested in understanding thin-film solar cell technology.
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| 5."Clean Electricity from Photovoltaics" by M D Archer and R Hill
“Clean Electricity from Photovoltaics” Book Review: This textbook covers the science, technology, and market prospects for photovoltaic cells. It includes updates on current market and technological trends, such as advances in multi-crystalline silicon cell efficiencies and large-scale power production of organic photovoltaics. The book covers topics such as Thin-Film Solar Cells, Photovoltaic Modules, Systems and Applications, and Polycrystalline Cadmium Telluride Photovoltaic Devices. It is a helpful resource for physicists, chemists, material scientists, engineers, as well as undergraduate and postgraduate students. The book also provides information on the Photovoltaic Business: Manufacturers and Markets.
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| 6."Photovoltaic Solar Energy: From Fundamentals to Applications" by Angèle Reinders and Pierre Verlinden
“Photovoltaic Solar Energy: From Fundamentals to Applications” Book Review: This book is an A to Z guide on photovoltaic solar energy, covering everything from basic principles to advanced applications. It is divided into thirteen parts, including an introduction to photovoltaics, crystalline silicon technologies, and thin film silicon based PV technologies. The book also covers measurement methods, PV concentrator technologies, and PV systems and applications. It is a helpful resource for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Additionally, it covers the use of PV in distribution grids and provides supporting tools and methods.
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| 7."Practical Handbook of Photovoltaics: Fundamentals and Applications" by Augustin McEvoy and Tom Markvart
“Practical Handbook of Photovoltaics: Fundamentals and Applications” Book Review: This informative textbook is a compilation of contributions from top scientists worldwide, covering a variety of topics related to solar energy. It is divided into four major sections: Solar Cells, Photovoltaic Systems, Testing, Monitoring and Calibration, and Environment and Health. Each section is further divided into many subparts, making a total of 37 chapters covering topics from basic principles to industrial processes. The book is useful for both engineering students and practicing engineers, providing guidelines on installation, architecture, and environmental impact of solar energy systems.
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| 8."Solar Electric Handbook: Photovoltaic Fundamentals and Applications" by Solar Energy International
“Solar Electric Handbook: Photovoltaic Fundamentals and Applications” Book Review: This textbook is a handbook on the core concepts of photovoltaic systems. It covers topics such as the solar industry, connecting modules, and safe procedures for installation. It also explains how to accurately estimate energy production to meet customer expectations. The book offers practical advice and examples, with interviews from industry experts and pictures of real-world installations. It is a useful reference for anyone involved in the design and installation of photovoltaic systems.
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| 9."Photovoltaics: Fundamentals, Technology and Practice" by Konrad Mertens
“Photovoltaics: Fundamentals, Technology and Practice” Book Review: This textbook covers the basics and advanced concepts of Photovoltaic technology, from fundamentals to industrial practices. It presents data and information from around the world in the form of figures, tables, and solar radiation maps. It is intended for an international audience and includes topics such as solar power storage, future developments, and semiconductor physics basics. The book also comes with a website that offers free downloads of supporting software and problem solutions. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the fast-developing photovoltaic market and technology.
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| 10."Introduction to Photovoltaic System Design (The Art and Science of Photovoltaics)" by John R Balfour
“Introduction to Photovoltaic System Design (The Art and Science of Photovoltaics)” Book Review: This textbook covers the science and art of designing photovoltaic systems, including engineering, physics, and architecture. It focuses on integrating different aspects of the design process, such as technology and aesthetics, and covers topics like site evaluations and monitoring and testing. The book emphasizes a systems perspective and custom-design approaches for each system. It keeps up with the latest industry technologies and provides practical information for designing high-performance photovoltaic systems. It is a useful resource for anyone involved in photovoltaic system design.
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3. Solar Photovoltaic and Fuel Cells
| 1."Solar Photovoltaics - Fundamentals, Technologies and Applications" by Solanki C S
“Solar Photovoltaics – Fundamentals, Technologies and Applications” Book Review: This book covers all aspects of solar photovoltaic technologies, from the physics of solar cells to manufacturing technologies and their applications. It includes a chapter on the latest commercial production advancements. Part I covers the principles of solar cell operation and design. Part II explains technologies for fabricating solar cells and PV modules. Part III focuses on using solar photovoltaics for providing electrical energy. The book includes chapter-end exercises and is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate engineering students, as well as professionals in the photovoltaic field.
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| 2."From Sunlight to Electricity: A Practical Handbook on Solar Photovoltaic Applications" by Suneel Deambi
“From Sunlight to Electricity: A Practical Handbook on Solar Photovoltaic Applications” Book Review: This practical handbook covers the latest information about solar photovoltaic (PV) technology in India, including specific designs, applications, benefits, finance, and policies. It explains India’s PV technology program and its future directions, as well as global developments in PV systems, installation and maintenance of PV systems, and PV applications for households. The book is designed for undergraduate and postgraduate engineering students and is useful for anyone interested in the photovoltaic sector in India.
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| 3."Solar Photovoltaic Design for Residential, Commercial and Utility Systems" by Steven Magee
“Solar Photovoltaic Design for Residential, Commercial and Utility Systems” Book Review: This book teaches readers how to design solar photovoltaic power generation systems for residential, commercial, and utility use. It covers everything from the basics to the largest systems. At the end of the book, readers will have the knowledge and skills to design reliable systems that can operate for many years. The book contains definitions, checklists, and practical information, making it useful for anyone interested in learning about solar photovoltaics.
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| 4."Solar Photovoltaics: Fundamentals, Technologies and Applications" by Solanki
“Solar Photovoltaics: Fundamentals, Technologies and Applications” Book Review: This book explains everything about solar photovoltaic energy, including the basics of photovoltaic devices and systems, such as the physics of solar cells, their manufacturing technologies, solar PV system design, and applications. Part I introduces the fundamental principles of solar cell operation and design. Part II explains the technologies used to make solar cells and PV modules. Part III focuses on using solar photovoltaics to provide electric power. There are exercises at the end of each chapter to help readers test their understanding. The book is helpful for undergraduate and postgraduate engineering students and is easy to understand.
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| 5."Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conversion (Lecture Notes in Physics)" by Gottfried H Bauer
“Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conversion (Lecture Notes in Physics)” Book Review: This book talks about how to convert solar light into energy in a better way. It helps readers understand the microscopic physical mechanisms and effects of photovoltaic solar energy. The book is useful for doctoral and postdoctoral students in fields like materials science and electrical engineering. It provides insights on how to improve solar energy conversion and contributes to its ongoing advancement. It’s easy to understand and helps readers visualize and eventually teach the concepts.
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| 6."Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells: Science, Applications, and Challenges" by Alejandro A Franco
“Polymer Electrolyte Fuel Cells: Science, Applications, and Challenges” Book Review: This book is about the latest research progress in understanding the materials degradation phenomena in PEFC for automotive applications. It features contributions from top researchers and provides a complete critical review on scientific topics related to PEFC material degradation. The book has a balance between experiments, theoretical analysis, and preparation techniques with practical applications. It’s useful for both research and industrial communities.
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| 7."Fuel Cells: Principles and Applications" by Viswanathan
“Fuel Cells: Principles and Applications” Book Review: This book is about recent trends and developments in fuel cell applications. It explains scientific concepts and describes the efforts of firms to commercialize fuel cell systems, offering insight on future directions. The book not only provides theoretical knowledge, but practical understanding too. It’s useful for scientists, engineers, and anyone interested in alternative energy technologies.
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| 8."Solar Photovoltaic Technology and Systems: A Manual for Technicians, Trainers and Engineers" by Solanki C S
“Solar Photovoltaic Technology and Systems: A Manual for Technicians, Trainers and Engineers” Book Review: This training manual covers various aspects of solar PV technologies and systems in a student-friendly manner. It talks about solar radiation, different types of batteries, and their applications in SPV systems. The book emphasizes the importance of solar PV technology in the renewable energy scenario and explains how to estimate energy requirements and connect SPV modules to arrays. It has system designs with illustrations and many solved and unsolved examples. This book is for technicians, trainers, and engineers working on solar PV systems, for design, installation, and maintenance.
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