Michael Grupp

Gebundenes Buch

Time to Shine

Applications of Solar Energy Technology

Beschreibung

As solar energy becomes increasingly more important in all of ourlives, it is more important to learn how it works and how it can beimplemented. This book is the perfect primer for theengineer, scientist, and layperson alike, for learning about thepractical applications of solar energy technology and how it isbeing used today to heat homes, light city streets, and providepower worldwide.

Autor

Michael Grupp obtained his PhD in nuclear solid-state physics at the University of Heidelberg, Germany. In 1977, he set up an independent energy research unit called Synopsis in southern France, undertook innovative solar energy R&D, and soon broadened his scope to applications for less developed countries. He has proposed and coordinated projects in Europe, Africa, and India concerning technical, production, market, and acceptance aspects, as well as their methodological implications. Dr. Grupp has received a European Solar Prize in 2004 and serves on several scientific committees and editorial boards. Married with four children, Michael Grupp was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in the early '90s.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Wiley & Sons
• 1. Auflage
• Seitenzahl: 152
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. Mai 2012
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 244mm x 163mm x 11mm
• Gewicht: 382g
• ISBN-13: 9781118016213
• ISBN-10: 1118016211
• Artikelnr.: 36519806