Download or read book Encyclopedia of Alternative and Renewable Energy: Volume 21 (Solar Power) written by Catherine Waltz and published by . This book was released on 2015-02-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Solar power is fundamentally described as the power obtained by harnessing the energy of the sun's rays. This book presents researches conducted by prominent experts related to various topics regarding solar power. Topics ranging from new methods of analysis of solar irradiance to the techniques of production regarding photovoltaic cells are covered within the book. It also discusses biotechnology that depends on solar energy and electricity generation aboard space vehicles. This book provides a broad overview of various facets of solar power and will be helpful for readers interested in this field.