Power Systems and Renewable Energy: Design, Operation, and Systems Analysis (UK PROFESSIONAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Technical) - Softcover

Gary D. Price (author)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 160650570X ISBN 13: 9781606505700

Publisher: Momentum Press, 2014

Synopsis

Solar and wind energy systems have flourished throughout the United States in the last few years as the public calls for reduced dependence on foreign oil. This has stimulated the growth of an industry that provides wind and solar systems, and many small businesses have sprung up to install these systems. Training programs and courses are now ubiquitous as the demand for designers and installers increases. This book provides a resource for engineering students interested in the design and operation of solar electric, solar thermal, wind, and other renewable systems. While there are many good reference books on power systems and renewable energy, this book integrates the engineering basics of existing power systems with design problems and solutions using renewable energy sources. The author includes chapters on concepts and background review. Details of photovoltaic and wind systems as interconnected or stand-alone designs, estimating and predicting energy production using industry distribution functions and online programs, and concepts of temperature coefficients, synchronization, power conversion, and system protection are explained and illustrated. The book is a very "hands-on" practical guide, structured to motivate you to experience the design and installation process.

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About the Author

Gary D. Price is an affiliate professor at Metro State University ofDenver. He teaches a renewable energy course for the ElectricalEngineering Technology (EET) Department. Gary also ownsSunnyside Solar, a renewable energy company that designs andinstalls solar electric systems for residential and commercialcustomers. Gary holds a BS degree in Electrical Engineering fromNorth Dakota State University, an MS degree in Electrical PowerEngineering from the University of Colorado, and an MBA degree infinance from the University of Denver. He also is currently registeredas a Professional Engineer in the State of Colorado and is certifiedas a Professional Solar Installer by the North American Board ofCertified Energy Practitioners.

Edition details

• Publisher: Momentum Press
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 160650570X
• ISBN 13: 9781606505700
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 192