Nanotechnology Applications for Solar Energy Systems by …, Pasir Ris

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Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13: 9781119791140
Condition: Brandnew
Binding: hardcover
Pages: 448
Dimensons: 244 x 170 x 30 | 400 (gram)

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Nanotechnology Applications for Solar Energy Systems Understand the latest developments in solar nanotechnology with this comprehensive guide Solar energy has never seemed a more critical component of humanity’s future. As global researchers and industries work to develop sustainable technologies and energy sources worldwide, the need to increase efficiency and decrease costs becomes paramount. Nanotechnology has the potential to play a considerable role in meeting these challenges, leading to the development of solar energy systems that overcome the limitations of existing technologies. Nanotechnology Applications for Solar Energy Systems is a comprehensive guide to the latest technological advancements and applications of nanotechnology in the field of solar energy. It analyzes nanotechnology applications across a full range of solar energy systems, reviewing feasible technological advancements for enhanced performance of solar energy devices, and discussing emerging nanomaterials such as graphene and graphene derivatives. Nanotechnology Applications for Solar Energy Systems readers will also find: Detailed treatment of nanotechnology applications in systems including solar concentrating collectors, linear Fresnel reflectors, parabolic trough collectors, and more Coverage of methods to enhance the performance of solar energy devices including solar ponds and solar steam generators A comprehensive review of nanomaterials classification and the properties of nanomaterials in heat transfer and efficiency enhancement Nanotechnology Applications for Solar Energy Systems is critical for researchers in fields related to solar energy, engineers and industry professionals developing solar technology, and academics working in related fields such as chemistry, physics, materials science, and electrical engineering.Table of Content About the Editor xiii List of Contributors xv Preface xix 1 Solar Energy Applications 1 Swati Singh, Punit Singh, and Zafar Said 1.1 Introduction and Recent Advances 1 1.2 Solar Energy Applications 5 1.2.1 Electricity Production Using Photovoltaics at Large Scale 5 1.2.2 Small-Scale Electricity Production for Houses and Commercial Buildings 6 1.2.3 Off-Grid Applications Using Photovoltaics 6 1.2.4 Concentrating Solar Thermal Electricity 7 1.2.5 Solar Thermochemical Processes 7 1.2.6 Solar Water Heating 8 1.2.7 Heating of Solar Architecture 8 1.2.8 Air Conditioning Through Water Evaporation 8 1.2.9 Artificial Photosynthesis 9 1.2.10 Decomposing Waste and Biofuels Production 9 1.3 Classification of Solar Energy Devices 10 1.3.1 Concentrating Solar Power 10 1.3.2 Building Integrated Solar Systems 10 1.3.3 Solar-Thermal Collectors 11 1.3.4 Solar Thermochemistry 11 1.3.5 Solar Thermal Energy Storage 12 1.3.6