Title :
Photovoltaics gaining greater visibility
Author :
Benner, J.P. ; Kazmerski, Lawrence
Author_Institution :
Nat. Renewable Energy Lab., Golden, CO, USA
fDate :
9/1/1999 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Photovoltaics technology is well established as a reliable and economical source of electricity in small, scattered applications, far from urban centers. Now it is looming larger in size and public awareness. The author discusses the role of photovoltaic systems in the USA, their operating principles and developments for the future
Keywords :
photovoltaic power systems; solar cells; USA; future developments; operating principles; photovoltaics technology; power supply; Photovoltaic cells; Photovoltaic systems; Scattering;
Journal_Title :
Spectrum, IEEE
