Applications of Solar Energy Gebunden

This book focuses on solar-energy-based renewable energy systems and discusses the generation of electric power using solar photovoltaics as well as some new techniques such as solar towers for both residential and commercial needs. Such systems have played an important role in the move towards low-emission and sustainable energy sources. The book covers a variety of applications such as solar water heaters solar air heaters solar drying nanoparticle-based direct absorption solar systems solar volumetric receivers solar-based cooling systems solar-based food processing and cooking e fficient buildings using solar energy and energy storage for solar thermal systems. Given its breadth of coverage the book offers a valuable resource for researchers students and professionals alike.