Solar Energy Technology deals with all aspects of solar energy
systems. The fundamentals of predicting avail- ability; economic
appraisal strategies; specific collector sub-systems, including a proven
analytical procedure for predicting performance; and analyses of solar
energy systems from dryers to greenhouses, passive solar buildings to
water pumps, are covered in depth. Researchers and technologists need to
have an insight into the challenges implementation entails, and this
book presents practical constraints, operational considerations, and the
latest research results. The book should be of great interest to
students as well as professionals undertaking feasibility studies,
development and implementation, technical assistance, and training
assignments. Political action and pressure groups will also find the
text useful for developing energy policies.