| Description |
xi, 179 p. : ill., maps ; 21 cm. |
| Note |
"A green energy guide"--Cover. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 169-172) and index. |
| Contents |
Introduction to small-scale wind energy -- Wind and wind energy -- Wind energy systems -- Wind site assessment -- A primer on wind generators -- Towers and tower installation -- Batteries and charge controllers -- Inverters -- Final consideratio |
| Summary |
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, i |
| Subject |
Wind power.
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Wind energy conversion systems.
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| Added Author |
Sagrillo, Mick.
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Woofenden, Ian.
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| ISBN |
9780865716179 (pbk. : alk. paper) |
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086571617X (pbk. : alk. paper) |
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