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Practical Photovoltaics: Electricity from Solar Cells
by Richard J. Komp

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Author: Richard J. Komp
Edition: Paperback
Published: 1995-06
ISBN: 093794811X
Number of pages: 197
Publisher: Aatec Publications

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Book Review: Richard Komp: physicist, historian, and social engineer
Summary: 5 Stars

Practical Photovoltaics is one of the finest, most comprehensive guides to the world of solar energy. The book starts with a beginer's course in solid state physical devices (which taught even an Electrical Engineer such as myself new things) and leads into the history of solar cell materials and procedures over the years. Next comes an in-depth discussion of the various types of materials, and how they are suited for different applications. He makes logical predictions about the future of some of these materials, and hints around at what new techniques scientists are starting to look at today.
In the appendix, he even describes how to assemble your own array of solar cells for those who wish to try a hands-on approach to learning.
Oh, yeah, one more thing: he has a decent list of recomended readings at the end of each chapter, allowing you to select topics that interest you to continue your reading.

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