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1. Introduction to Photovoltaics

Authors : A. A. Ojo, W. M. Cranton, I. M. Dharmadasa

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This chapter covers introductory topics providing a broad overview of the different aspects of energy and energy resources with a focus on solar energy and photovoltaic technology. A consideration of the energy distribution of the solar spectrum, photovoltaic solar energy conversion techniques and the operating configuration of photovoltaic solar cells is also provided.

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Title: Introduction to Photovoltaics
Authors: A. A. Ojo
W. M. Cranton
I. M. Dharmadasa
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Book: Next Generation Multilayer Graded Bandgap Solar Cells
Print ISBN: 978-3-319-96666-3

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-319-96667-0

Copyright Year: 2019
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-96667-0_1