Principles of Solar Engineering

by D. Yogi Goswami, Frank Kreith, Jan F. Kreider

This second edition of Principles of Solar Engineering covers the latest developments in a broad range of topics of interest to students and professionals interested in solar energy applications. With the scientific fundamentals included, the book covers important areas such as heating and cooling, passive solar applications, detoxification and biomass energy conversion. This comprehensive textbook provides examples of methods of solar engineering from around the world and includes examples, solutions and data applicable to international solar energy issues. A solutions manual is available to qualified instructors.

706 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[Gabriel Chiari galle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clear explanation of how to use solar energy for a multitude of benefits.
Step-by-step process to calculate irradiation, position, tilted surface and azimuth angle based on the geographical coordinates.