Wind Power Basics (A Green Energy Guide)

Chiras, Dan

New Society Pub（2010/06発売）

• 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版／ページ数 179 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9780865716179
• DDC分類 621.45

Full Description

Wind energy is the fastest growing source of energy in the world, and by the year 2020 it is projected to supply at least 12 percent of global electrical demand. Wind Power Basics provides a clear understanding of wind and wind energy systems, including turbines, towers, inverters and batteries, site assessment, installation, and maintenance requirements. Whether you're considering your own small-scale wind energy system or just want a straightforward, detailed introduction to the benefits and challenges of this rapidly emerging technology, Wind Power Basics is the guide you need. Dan Chiras is a respected educator and an internationally acclaimed author who has published more than twenty-five books on residential renewable energy and green building, including Power From the Wind.

Contents

Preface; Introduction to Small-Scale Wind Energy; Wind & Wind Energy; Wind Energy Systems; Wind Site Assessment; A Primer on Wind Generators; Towers & Tower Installation; Batteries & Charge Controllers; Inverters; Final Considerations; Resource Guide; Index.