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How to Build Solar Panels
Published on 2012-02-21 09:30:19
Are you wondering how to build solar panels to satisfy your curiosity or do you want to build something for practical off grid living? Either way, the basic principles are the same. A solar panel is simply a number of solar cells connected together and housed in a rigid weatherproof structure. The first step [...]
Used Solar Panels
Published on 2012-02-20 12:43:56
Photo Credit: basykes Used solar panels are a little bit like used cars with one very big difference. The rate of depreciation is a big unknown with solar panels whereas depreciation is the major consideration with used cars. Some of the earliest solar panels still function with a measurable but small drop in efficiency. If you [...]
Solar Panel Efficiency
Published on 2012-02-13 16:28:58
The efficiency of a solar panel is determined as the ration of power out or electricity; to power in or solar irradience striking the panel. Usually it is described as a percentage. Think of irradience as the power of the sunlight striking a given area at a given moment. Usually in Watts per meter squared. Since [...]
