Description |
1 online resource (xii, 186 pages) : illustrations |
Contents |
Physics of Solar Cells; Contents; List of Symbols; Preface; 1 Problems of the Energy Economy; 2 Photons; 3 Semiconductors; 4 Conversion of Thermal Radiation into Chemical Energy; 5 Conversion of Chemical Energy into Electrical Energy; 6 Basic Structure of Solar Cells; 7 Limitations on Energy Conversion in Solar Cells; 8 Concepts for Improving the Efficiency of Solar Cells; 9 Prospects for the Future; Appendix; Index |
Summary |
Peter Würfel describes in detail all aspects of solar cell function, the physics behind every single step, as well as all the issues to be considered when improving solar cells and their efficiency. Based on the highly successful German version, but thoroughly revised and updated, this edition contains the latest knowledge on the mechanisms of solar energy conversion. Requiring no more than standard physics knowledge, it enables readers to understand the factors driving conversion efficiency and to apply this knowledge to their own solar cell development |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
Notes |
Print version record |
Subject |
Solar cells.
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solar cells.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Electrical.
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Solar cells
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Form |
Electronic book
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ISBN |
9783527618545 |
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3527618546 |
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9783527618552 |
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3527618554 |
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