Materials Science for Solar Energy Conversion Systems
Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Technology, Material Science, Engineering, Mechanical
| Author: | ISBN: | 9781483287577 | |
| Publisher: | Elsevier Science | Publication: | October 22, 2013 |
| Imprint: | Pergamon | Language: | English |
| Author: | |
| ISBN: | 9781483287577 |
| Publisher: | Elsevier Science |
| Publication: | October 22, 2013 |
| Imprint: | Pergamon |
| Language: | English |
Rapid advances in materials technology are creating many novel forms of coatings for energy efficient applications in solar energy. Insulating heat mirrors, selective absorbers, transparent insulation and fluorescent concentrators are already available commercially. Radiative cooling, electrochromic windows and polymeric light pipes hold promise for future development, while chemical and photochemical processes are being considered for energy storage. This book investigates new material advances as well as applications, costs, reliability and industrial production of existing materials. Each contribution represents a landmark in the field of materials science.
Rapid advances in materials technology are creating many novel forms of coatings for energy efficient applications in solar energy. Insulating heat mirrors, selective absorbers, transparent insulation and fluorescent concentrators are already available commercially. Radiative cooling, electrochromic windows and polymeric light pipes hold promise for future development, while chemical and photochemical processes are being considered for energy storage. This book investigates new material advances as well as applications, costs, reliability and industrial production of existing materials. Each contribution represents a landmark in the field of materials science.
