Solar energy
Zuchora-Walske, Christine2014
eBook
Abstract: In this title, discover what solar energy is, its history, how we use it today, and how new technologies can contribute to our energy future. Learn about cutting-edge uses for solar cells, including tiny nano-sized cells and cells printed on paper, and exciting new ways to make and use power from the suns heat.
Main title:
Solar energy / Christine Zuchora-Walske.
Author:
Zuchora-Walske, Christine, authorCredo Reference (Firm), distributor
Work:
Edition:
[Enhanced Credo edition]
Imprint:
Minneapolis [Minnesota] : ABDO Publishing Comapny, [2013]Boston, Massachusetts : Credo Reference, 2014.
Collation:
1 online resource (14 entries) : 34 images ; digital files.
Series title:
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.Description based on title page of print version.
System details:
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Linking notes:
Print version: 112 pages : illustrations (chiefly color)
Contents:
Introduction: Solar Impulse -- Sun power -- Solar energy in human history -- Small but mighty: nanophotovoltaics -- Squeezing sunlight: luminescent solar concentrators -- Heating things up: solar thermal innovations -- Solar power today and tomorrow.
Access restrictions:
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.
ISBN:
9781617834677 (print)9781784029319 (electronic)
Dewey class:
621.47
LC class:
TJ810.3
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
502074
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