The hands-on reference of digital technology for using PV systems, especially in remote or harsh environments. Topics include transformers, micro-inverter, distribution automation, PV powered water pumping, power point and solar tracking, soiling and cleaning, IoT based PV module cooling, storage and energy management.

This book provides researchers with a concise overview of the status of thin-film solar cell technology and characterization. Chapters describe material systems and their properties, and then provide an in-depth look at relevant characterization methods and the learning facilitated by each of these.

This book brings together topics on the emerging area of community energy technology, covering key areas from generation through to considerations for the entire system, with an emphasis on the popular energy sources of wind power and solar power.

A hands-on, case study-backed reference of control strategies, fault classification mechanisms, and reliability analysis methods for PV modules, power electronic converters, and grid-connected PV systems. Written by an international team of researchers with excellent backgrounds in academia and industry.

A concise work on photovoltaics research, development and operation in desert regions to tap their enormous solar potential. Chapters cover energy yield under desert conditions, cells and bifacial modules, soiling, a case study from Australia, conclusions and future outlooks.

Photovoltaic electricity generation is a rapidly growing industry, and a key pillar of a decarbonized energy system. Lasers are used to dope the semiconductor layers in solar cells, and it is necessary to passivate these laser-induced structures to prevent premature charge carrier recombination. This book conveys passivation techniques.

Metallization is a key step in manufacturing of efficient and reliable solar cells. Written by world-wide renowned experts, this work covers metallization technologies, before describing ongoing R&D activities for the most relevant silicon solar cells metallization technologies. Later chapters deal with aspects of solar cell modules.

This timely overview of silicon solar cell surface passivation, written by the leading experts in the field, is a key read for students and researchers working with silicon solar cells, as well as solar cell manufacturers.