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Presents the fundamental principles behind solar energy technology for serious students in science and engineering. Discusses the apparent motion of the sun and the energy it provides at the earth's surface, the principles of heat transfer and optics, solar heating applications, and thermodynamic and photovoltaic conversion of solar energy to useful work. Contains numerical examples and derivations of formulas.
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An Introduction to Solar Energy for Scientists and Engineers
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Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John, 1982
ISBN 10: 0471060488
ISBN 13: 9780471060482
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Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition/1st Printing. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 579951-6
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An Introduction to Solar Energy for Scientists and Engineers
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0471060488I3N00
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An Introduction to Solar Energy for Scientists and Engineers
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Hard Cover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Book is in excellent condition with no marking to text, appears nearly new. Dust jacket has some edge wear with little tears, general scuffing. Contents include The solar constant, Solar astronomy, Terrestrial insolation, Elements of heat transfer, Optics of collectors, Solar heating panels, Solar heating systems, Thermodynamic conversion of solar energy to work, Photovoltaics, etc. with two appendices. Lots of math formulae, graphs, charts, line drawings. Seller Inventory # 129340