Photovoltaic systems engineering

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Photovoltaic systems engineering

Roger Messenger and Homayoon "Amir" Abtahi

CRC Press, c2017

4th ed

  • : hbk

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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内容説明

The primary purpose of PV Systems Engineering is to provide a comprehensive set of PV knowledge and understanding tools for the design, installation, commissioning, inspection, and operation of PV systems. During recent years in the United States, more PV capacity was installed than any other electrical generation source. In addition to practical system information, this new edition includes explanation of the basic physical principles upon which the technology is based and a consideration of the environmental and economic impact of the technology. The material covers all phases of PV systems from basic sunlight parameters to system commissioning and simulation, as well as economic and environmental impact of PV. With homework problems included in each chapter and numerous design examples of real systems, the book provides the reader with consistent opportunities to apply the information to real-world scenarios.

目次

Preface Disclaimer Acknowledgments Authors Abbreviations Chapter 1: Background 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Population and Energy Demand 1.3 Current World Energy Use Patterns 1.4 Exponential Growth 1.5 Hubbert's Gaussian Model 1.6 Net Energy, BTU Economics, and the Test for Sustainability 1.7 Direct Conversion of Sunlight to Electricity with PV 1.8 Energy Units References Suggested Reading Chapter 2: The Sun 2.1 Introduction 2.2 The Solar Spectrum 2.3 Effect of Atmosphere on Sunlight 2.4 Sunlight Specifics 2.5 Capturing Sunlight References Suggested Reading Chapter 3: Introduction to PV Systems 3.1 Introduction 3.2 The PV Cell 3.3 The PV Module 3.4 The PV Array 3.5 Energy Storage 3.6 PV System Loads 3.7 PV System Availability: Traditional Concerns and New Concerns 3.8 Associated System Electronic Components 3.9 Generators 3.10 Balance of System Components References Suggested Reading Chapter 4: Grid-Connected Utility-Interactive Photovoltaic Systems 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Applicable Codes and Standards 4.3 Design Considerations for Straight Grid-Connected PV Systems 4.4 Design of a System Based on Desired Annual System Performance 4.5 Design of a System Based upon Available Roof Space 4.6 Design of a Microinverter-Based System 4.7 Design of a Nominal 20 kW System That Feeds a Three-Phase Distribution Panel 4.8 Design of a Nominal 500-kW System 4.9 System Commissioning 4.10 System Performance Monitoring References Suggested Reading Chapter 5: Mechanical Considerations 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Important Properties of Materials 5.3 Establishing Mechanical System Requirements 5.4 Design and Installation Guidelines 5.5 Forces Acting on PV Arrays 5.6 Array Mounting System Design 5.7 Computing Mechanical Loads and Stresses 5.8 Standoff, Roof Mount Examples References Suggested Reading Chapter 6: Battery-Backup Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems 6.1 Introduction 6.2 Battery-Backup Design Basics 6.3 A Single Inverter 120-V Battery-Backup System Based on Standby Loads 6.4 A 120/240-V Battery-Backup System Based on Available Roof Space 6.5 An 18-kW Battery-Backup System Using Inverters in Parallel 6.6 AC-Coupled Battery-Backup Systems 6.7 Battery Connections References Chapter 7: Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Systems 7.1 Introduction 7.2 The Simplest Configuration: Module and Fan 7.3 A PV-Powered Water Pumping System 7.4 A PV-Powered Parking Lot Lighting System 7.5 A Cathodic Protection System 7.6 A Portable Highway Advisory Sign 7.7 A Critical Need Refrigeration System 7.8 A PV-Powered Mountain Cabin 7.9 A Hybrid-Powered, Off-Grid Residence 7.10 Summary of Design Procedures References Suggested Reading Chapter 8: Economic Considerations 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Life-Cycle Costing 8.3 Borrowing Money 8.4 Payback Analysis 8.5 Externalities References Suggested Reading Chapter 9: Externalities and Photovoltaics 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Externalities 9.3 Environmental Effects of Energy Sources 9.4 Externalities Associated with PV Systems References Chapter 10: The Physics of Photovoltaic Cells 10.1 Introduction 10.2 Optical Absorption 10.3 Extrinsic Semiconductors and the PN Junction 10.4 Maximizing PV Cell Performance 10.5 Exotic Junctions References Chapter 11: Evolution of Photovoltaic Cells and Systems 11.1 Introduction 11.2 Silicon PV Cells 11.3 Gallium Arsenide Cells 11.4 CIGS Cells 11.5 CdTe Cells 11.6 Emerging Technologies 11.7 New Developments in System Design 11.8 Summary References Appendix: Design Review Checklist Index

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