Skip to main content
SpringerLink
Log in

Photovoltaic Power Stations

  • Chapter
Solar Power Plants

Abstract

Photovoltaic (PV) power generation is gaining increasing importance as a renewable energy supply. From small-scale space applications in the 1960s, production of photovoltaic modules has increased to about 45 MW peak power per year worldwide. This development was accompanied by a cost reduction for solar modules to as low as 4-5 US $/Wp in 19892.

This is a preview of subscription content, log in via an institution to check access.

Access this chapter

Log in via an institution
Chapter
USD 29.95
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Available as PDF
  • Read on any device
  • Instant download
  • Own it forever
eBook
USD 84.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Available as PDF
  • Read on any device
  • Instant download
  • Own it forever
Softcover Book
USD 109.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Compact, lightweight edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

Tax calculation will be finalised at checkout

Purchases are for personal use only

Institutional subscriptions

Preview

Unable to display preview. Download preview PDF.

Unable to display preview. Download preview PDF.

Bibliography

  1. Annual Progress Report: Photovoltaics FY 1986. Technical Report DOE/CH/10093-H3, U.S. Department of Energy, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  2. EPRI/CRIEPI Workshop Memorandum, 1986

    Google Scholar 

  3. Leading Edge: Solar-to-Electric Conversion Efficiency of New Concentrator Cell Reaches Record 31%. PV Insider’s Report, Curry, R. (ed.), 7 (1988)

    Google Scholar 

  4. Shaped Crystal Growth 1986. J. Crystal Growth, 82 (1987)

    Google Scholar 

  5. Switching Networks, Technology and Components (in German). Fürth (D): Siemens AG, 1985

    Google Scholar 

  6. Utility Solar Central Receiver Study. Midterm Review April 1987; Final Review, August 1987; Summary Report (Draft), 1987

    Google Scholar 

  7. World PV Module Production up 23%; US Share 30%. PV News, Maycock, P. D. (ed.), 8 (1989)

    Google Scholar 

  8. Adcock, J. P.; Knecht, R. D.: Flat-Plate Solar Array Project: Government and Industry Responding to National Needs. Technical Report SERI/SP-320-3382, Golden/CO, Solar Energy Research Institute, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  9. Adler, D.; et al. Noncryst. Sol, 66 (1984) 273

    Article  Google Scholar 

  10. Anis, W. R.; Mertens, R. P.; v. Overstraeten, R.: Calculation of Solar Cell Operating Temperature in a Flat-Plate PV Array. In Proc. 5th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Athens 1983, Palz, W.; Fittipaldi, F. (Ed.), p. 520, Dordrecht (NL): D. Riedl, 1984

    Google Scholar 

  11. Aulich, H. A.: Progress in Solar-Grade Silicon Production. In Proc. 17th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, Orlando, p. 390, New York: IEEE, 1984

    Google Scholar 

  12. Backus, C. E.: Terrestrial Photovoltaic Power Systems with Sunlight Concentrators. Tuscon/AZ, Arizona State University, 1974

    Google Scholar 

  13. Bechtel National Inc.: Design of Low-Cost Structures for Photovoltaic Arrays - Final Report. Technical Report SAND79-7002, Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque/NM, 1979

    Google Scholar 

  14. Belli, G.; Iliceto, A.: The Photovoltaic Plants of Orbetello and Zannone. In Proc. 7th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Sevilla, Goetzberger, A.; Palz, W.; Willeke, G. (Ed.), p. 245, D. Reidel, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  15. Beyer, U.: Experimental Comparison Between Different DC/AC Inverters for Small Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Applications. In Proc. 6th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, London, Palz, W.; Treble, F.C. (Ed.), p. 430, Dordrecht (NL): D. Reidel, 1985

    Google Scholar 

  16. Blaesser, G.; Krebs, K.: Summary of PV Pilot Monitoring Data 1984-1985. In Proc. 7th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Sevilla, Goetzberger, A.; Palz, W.; Willeke, G. (Ed.), p. 84, D. Reidel, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  17. Blaesser, G.; Krebs, K.; Ossenbrink, H.; Rossi, E.: Acceptance, Testing and Monitoring the CEC Photovoltaic Plants. In Proc. 6th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, London, Palz, W.; Treble, F.C. (Ed.), p. 481, Dordrecht (NL): D. Reidel, 1985

    Google Scholar 

  18. Blok, C.; Terhorst, E.: SOMES - A Simulation and Optimization Model for Autonomous Energy Systems, User Guide. Technical Report, Utrecht (NL), University of Utrecht, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  19. Bloss, W. H.; Schock, H. W.: Advances in Polycrystalline Thin-Film Solar Cells. In Proc. 8th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Florence, Solomon, I.; Equer, B.; Helm, P. (Ed.), p. 1571, Dordrecht (NL): Kluwer, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  20. Boehringer, A.: Configuration and Control of Satellite Energy Supply Systems (in German). etz-A, 92 (1971) 114

    Google Scholar 

  21. Boes, E. C.: Photovoltaic Concentrator Technology: Recent Results. In Proc. 8th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Florence, Solomon, I.; Equer, B.; Helm, P. (Ed.), p. 673, Dordrecht (NL): Kluwer, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  22. Boes, E. C.: Photovoltaic Concentrators: Recent Developments. In Proc. 5th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Athens 1983, Palz, W.; Fittipaldi, F. (Ed.), p. 257, Dordrecht (NL): D. Riedl, 1984

    Google Scholar 

  23. Bube, R. H.: Thin-Film Polycrystalline Solar Cells. In Proc. ISES Solar World Congress, Hamburg 1987, Bloss, W.H.; Pfisterer, F. (Ed.), p. 64, Oxford (UK): Pergamon Press, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  24. Bucciarelli, L. L.: Power Loss in Photovoltaic Arrays Due to Mismatch in Cell Characteristics. Solar Energy, 23 (1979) 277

    Article  Google Scholar 

  25. Carmichael, D. C.; Alexander, G.; Castle, J. A.; Post, H. N.: Low-Cost Modular Array-Field Designs for Flat-Panel and Concentrator Photovoltaic Systems. In Conf. Rec. 16th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, San Diego, p. 378, New York: 1982

    Google Scholar 

  26. Chao, C.; Bell, R. O.: Effect of Solar Cell Processing on the Quality of EFG Nonagon Growth. In Conf. Rec. 19th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, New Orleans, p. 366, New York: IEEE, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  27. Chryssis, G.: High Frequency Switching Power Supplies: Theory and Design. New York: McGraw Hill, 1984

    Google Scholar 

  28. Coutts, T.J.; Meakin, J.D. (Ed.): Current Topics in Photovoltaics. Orlando: Academic Press, 1985

    Google Scholar 

  29. DeMeo, E. A.: Photovoltaics for Electric Utility Applications. In Tech. Digest Int. 3rd PVSEC, Tokyo, Takahashi, K. (Ed.), p. 777, Tokyo: 1987

    Google Scholar 

  30. Diguet, D.; Anguet, J.: Comparative Study of the Thermal Characteristics of Various Solar Cell Module Structures. In Proc. 3rd E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Cannes, Palz, W. (Ed.), p. 726, Dordrecht (NL): D. Reidel, 1980

    Google Scholar 

  31. Fahrenbruch, A. L.; Bube, R. H.: Fundamentals of Solar Cells. Orlando: Academic Press, 1983

    Google Scholar 

  32. Feldmann, J.; Singer, S.; Braunstein, A.: Solar Cell Interconnections and the Shadow Problem. Solar Energy, 26 (1981) 419

    Article  Google Scholar 

  33. Fonash, S. J.: Solar Cell Device Physics. Orlando: Academic Press, 1981

    Google Scholar 

  34. Fuentes, M. K.: A Simplified Thermal Model for Flat-Plate Photovoltaic Arrays. Technical Report SAND85-0330, Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque/NM, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  35. Georgia, K.; Samuelson, G.: Properties of a New Photovoltaic Encapsulant. In Conf. Rec. 18th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, Las Vegas, p. 1036, New York: IEEE, 1985

    Google Scholar 

  36. Gloeckl, J.; Puccetti, P.; Helm, P.; Traeder, K.: Design and Costs of Support Structures. In Proc. Final Design Review Meeting on E.C. PV Pilot Proj., Brussels 1981, Palz, W. (Ed.), p. 2, Dordrecht (NL): D. Reidel, 1982

    Google Scholar 

  37. Goetzberger, A.; Stahl, W.; Voss, B.: Comparison of Yearly Efficiency and Cost of Energy for Stationary, Tracking and Concentrating PV Systems. In Proc. 7th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Sevilla, Goetzberger, A.; Palz, W.; Willeke, G. (Ed.), p. 250, D. Reidel, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  38. Goetzberger, A.; Wittwer, V.: Solar Energy (in German). Stuttgart (D): Teubner, 1986

    Google Scholar 

  39. Gonzalez, C.: Photovoltaic Array Loss Mechanisms. Solar Cells, 18 (1986) 373

    Article  Google Scholar 

  40. Grassi, G.: Flexible and Continous Low Cost PV Structures. In Tech. Digest Int. 3rd PVSEC, Tokyo, Takahashi, K. (Ed.), p. 1672, Tokyo: The Japan Times, Ltd., 1987

    Google Scholar 

  41. Grassi, G.; Paoli, P.; Leonardini, L.; Vitale, E.; Conti, P.; Colpizzi, E.: Low-Cost Support Structure for LArge Photovoltaic Generators. In Proc. 5th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Athens 1983, Palz, W.; Fittipaldi, F. (Ed.), p. 450, Dordrecht (NL): D. Riedl, 1984

    Google Scholar 

  42. Green, M. A.; Wenham, S. R.; Blakers, A. W.: Recent Advances in High Efficiency Silicon Solar Cells. In Conf Rec. 19th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, New Orleans, p. 6, New York: IEEE, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  43. Griesinger, M.; Bloss, W. H.; Reinhardt, E. R.: Optimization of Tandem Solar Cell Systems Based on Dispersive Concentrating Elements. In Proc. 5th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Athens 1983, Palz, W.; Fittipaldi, F. (Ed.), p. 240, Dordrecht (NL): D. Riedl, 1984

    Google Scholar 

  44. Gross, F.: Electrical Energy Technology (in German), p. 595, Koln (D): TUV Rheinland, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  45. Hartmann, E.; Baer, G.: Hydraulic Pump Storage Power Plants - Proven Effective in Over 50 Years of Operation (in German), p. 55, Düsseldorf (D): VDI-Verlag, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  46. Hester, S.; Hoff, T.: Long-term PV Module Performance. In Conf. Rec. 18th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, Las Vegas, p. 198, New York: IEEE, 1985

    Google Scholar 

  47. Hoff, T.: The Value of Photovoltaics: A Utility Perspective. In Conf. Rec. 19th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, New Orleans, p. 1145, New York: IEEE, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  48. Hoff, T. E.; Matsuda, K. M.; Betts, E. G.: PG&E Photovolatic Module Performance Assessment. Technical Report EPRI AP-4464, Electric Power Research Institute, Palo Alto/CA, 1986

    Google Scholar 

  49. Hoffner, J. E.; Yenamandra, R.: Construction Experience with a 300-Kilowatt Photovoltaic Plant in Austin, Texas. In Proc. 1987 Ann. Meeting American Solar Energy Soc., Portland, p. 121, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  50. Hughes Aircraft Company: Development of a Holographic Beam Splitter for Use with a Conventional Fresnel Lens. Technical Report SAND86-7049, Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque/NM, 1986

    Google Scholar 

  51. Ikegami, S.: II-IV Compound Semiconductor Solar Cells. In Tech. Digest Int. 3rd PVSEC, Tokyo, Takahashi, K. (Ed.), p. 677, Tokyo: 1987

    Google Scholar 

  52. Inglis, D. J.: Photovoltaic Field-Test Performance Assessment, Technology Status Report Number 1. Technical Report EPRI-AP-2544, Electric Power Research Institute, Palo Alto/CA, 1982

    Google Scholar 

  53. Inglis, D. J.: Photovoltaic Field-Test Performance Assessment, Technology Status Report Number 2. Technical Report EPRI-AP-3244, Electric Power Research Institute, Palo Alto/CA, 1983

    Google Scholar 

  54. Inglis, D. J.: Photovoltaic Field-Test Performance Assessment, Technology Status Report Number 3. Technical Report EPRI-AP-3792, Electric Power Research Institute, Palo Alto/CA, 1984

    Google Scholar 

  55. Jones, G. J.; Post, H. N.; Stephens, J. W.; Key, T. S.: Design Consideration for Large Photovoltaic Systems. In Conf Rec. 18th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, Las Vegas, p. 1307, New York: IEEE, 1985

    Google Scholar 

  56. Kaut, W.; Gillett, W. B.: Preliminary Experience from the CEC Photovoltaic Demonstration Programme and Future Prospects. In Proc. 7th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Sevilla, Goetzberger, A.; Palz, W.; Willeke, G. (Ed.), p. 103, D. Reidel, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  57. Keating, L.: Computer Simulation and Expert Systems for Photovoltaic Applications. PhD. Thesis, NMRC University College, Cork (IR). to be published

    Google Scholar 

  58. Key, T.; Menicucci, D.: Photovoltaic Electrical System Design Practice: Issues and Recommendations. In Conf. Rec. 19th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, New Orleans, p. 1128, New York: IEEE, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  59. Klaiss, H.; Geyer, M.: Economic Comparison of Solar Power Electricity Generating Systems. In GAST -The Gas-Cooled Solar Tower Technology Program, Becker, M.; Boehmer, M. (Ed.), Berlin, Heidelberg, New York: Springer, 1989

    Google Scholar 

  60. Koethe, H. K.: Practical Aspects of Solar- and Wind-Electric Energy Supplies (in German). Düsseldorf (D): VDI-Verlag, 1982

    Google Scholar 

  61. Konagai, M.: Technical Status of Amorphous Silicon Solar Cells. In Proc. ISES Solar World Congress, Hamburg 1987, Bloss, W.H.; Pfisterer, F. (Ed.), p. 56, Oxford (UK): Pergamon Press, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  62. Kraemer, K.: Development State of Lead Acid and Alkaline Batteries (in German), p. 191, Düsseldorf (D): VDI-Verlag, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  63. Ledjeff, K.: Unconventional Energy Storage Systems. In Proc. 8th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Florence, Solomon, I.; Equer, B.; Helm, P. (Ed.), p. 26, Dordrecht (NL): Kluwer, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  64. Leipold, M. H.: Critical Technology Limits to Silicon Material and Sheet Production. In Proc. 4th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Stresa, Bloss, W.H.; Grassi, G. (Ed.), p. 985, Dordrecht (NL): D. Reidel Publishing Co., 1982

    Google Scholar 

  65. Levy, S. L.: Conceptual Design for a High-Concentration (500X) Photovoltaic Array. Technical Report EPRI/AP 3263, Electric Power Research Institute, Palo Alto/CA, 1984

    Google Scholar 

  66. Lowalt, H. J.: 300 kW Photovoltaic Pilot Plant Pellworm. In Proc. Final Design Review Meeting on E.C. PV Pilot Proj., Brussels 1981, Palz, W. (Ed.), p. 179, Dordrecht (NL): D. Reidel, 1982

    Google Scholar 

  67. Martin Marietta Aerospace: Design and Fabrication of a Low-Cost Two-Axes Solar Tracking Structure for Photovoltaic Concentrator Arrays. Technical Report SAND82-7150, 1983

    Google Scholar 

  68. Mayorga, H.; Hostetter, R.; Inglis, D. J.; Davis, B. L.: Photovoltaic Field-Test Performance Assessment, Technology Status Report Number 4 Technical Report EPRI-AP-4466, Electric Power Research Institute, Palo Alto/CA, 1986

    Google Scholar 

  69. McCarthy, S.; Keating, L.; Wrixon, G. T.: Development of ASHLING, a PV Plant Simulation Program. Technical Report, Cork, Ireland, NMRC University College, 1990

    Google Scholar 

  70. Meinel, A. B.; Meinel, M. P.: Applied Solar Energy. Reading/Mass: Addison-Wesley, 1977

    Google Scholar 

  71. Menicucci, D. F.; Fernandez, J. P.: User’s Manual for PVFORM: A Photovoltaic System Simulation Program for Stand-Alone and Grid-Interactive Applications. Technical Report SAND85-0376, Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque/NM, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  72. Menicucci, D. F.; Poore, A. V.: Today’s Photovoltaic Systems: An Evaluation of Their Performance. Technical Report SAND87-2585, Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque/NM, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  73. Mitchell, K. W.; Eberspacher, C.; Ermer, J.; Pier, D.; Milla, P.: Copper Indium Diselenide Photovoltaic Technology. In Proc. 8th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Florence, Solomon, I.; Equer, B.; Helm, P. (Ed.), p. 1578, Dordrecht (NL): Kluwer, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  74. Mon, G.; Wen, L.; Ross, R.: Encapsulant Free-Surfaces and Interfaces: Critical Parameters in Controlling Cell Corrosion. In Conf. Rec. 19th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, New Orleans, p. 1215, New York: IEEE, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  75. Moore, T.; DeMeo, E.; Cummings, J.: Opening the Door for Utility Photovoltaics. EPRI Journal, (January/February 1987) 5

    Google Scholar 

  76. Nann, S.: Cloud Cover Modifier for Solar Spectral Irradiance Modelling. In Proc. ISES Solar World Congress, Kobe 1989, p. 422, Oxford (UK): Pergamon Press, 1990

    Google Scholar 

  77. Nann, S.: Potentials for Tracking Photovoltaic Systems and V-Troughs in Moderate Climates. Solar Energy, 45 (1990) 385

    Article  Google Scholar 

  78. Nann, S.: Uncertainties in Determination of Short-Circuit Current from Measured and Modelled Spectral Solar Irradiance. In Proc. 9th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Freiburg, Palz, W.; Wrixon, G.T.; Helm, P. (Ed.), Dordrecht (NL): Kluwer, 1989

    Google Scholar 

  79. O’Neill, M. J.; Hudson, S. L. In Proc. 1978 Annual Meeting, Denver/CO: Solar Diversification, Boer, K.W.; Franta, G.E. (Ed.), pp. 855–859, Newark/DE: American Section of ISES, 1978

    Google Scholar 

  80. O’Neill, M. J.; Walters, R. R.; Perry, J. L.; McDanal, A. J.; Jackson, M. C.; Hesse, W. J.: Fabrication, Installation and Initial Operation of the 2000 SQ.M. Linear Fresnel Lens Photovoltaic Concentrator System at 3M, Austin/TX. In Conf. Rec. 21st IEEE PV Spec. Conference, Kissimmee, 1990, to be published

    Google Scholar 

  81. Perez, R.; Seals, R.; Ineichen, P.; Stewart, R.; Menicucci, D.: A New Simplified Version of the Perez Diffuse Irradiance Model for Tilted Surfaces. Solar Energy, 39 (1987) 221

    Article  Google Scholar 

  82. Pfisterer, F.; Bloss, W. H.: Polycrystalline Thin Film Solar Cells, State-of-the-Art. In Proc. 2nd Int. PVSEC, Beijing, p. 561, Tianjin, China: Tianjin Inst, of Power Sources, 1986

    Google Scholar 

  83. Post, H. N.; Thomas, M. G.: Photovoltaic Systems for Current and Future Applications. Solar Energy, 41 (1988) 465

    Article  Google Scholar 

  84. Quast, P.: Compressed Air Storage (in German), p. 89, Düsseldorf (D): VDI-Verlag, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  85. Rauschenbach, H. S.: Solar Cell Array Design Handbook. New York: Van Nostrand, 1980

    Google Scholar 

  86. Risser, V. V.; Fuentes, M. K.: Linear Regression Analysis of Flat-Plate Photovoltaic Systems Performance Data. In Proc. 5th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Athens 1983, Palz, W.; Fittipaldi, F. (Ed.), p. 623, Dordrecht (NL): D. Reidel, 1984

    Google Scholar 

  87. Salim, A. A.; Huraib, F. S.; Eugenio, N. N.: Performance Comparison of Two Similar Concentrating PV Systems Operating in the U.S. and Saudi Arabia. New York: IEEE, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  88. Salim, A. A.; Huraib, F. S.; Eugenio, N. N.: PV Power - Study of System Options and Optimization. In Proc. 8th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Florence, Solomon, I.; Equer, B.; Helm, P. (Ed.), p. 688, Dordrecht (NL): Kluwer, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  89. Schaefer, J.: Photovoltaic Operating Experience. EPRI Journal, (March 1988) 40

    Google Scholar 

  90. Schott, T.: Operation temperatures of PV Modules - A Theoretical and Experimental Approach. In Proc. 6th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, London, Palz, W.; Treble, F.C. (Ed.), p. 392, Dordrecht (NL): D. Reidel, 1985

    Google Scholar 

  91. Schumacher-Groehn, J.: Documentation of the Simulationprogram INSEL (in German). Technical Report, Oldenburg (D), University of Oldenburg, to be published

    Google Scholar 

  92. Shockley, W.: Electrons and Holes in Semiconductors. New York: van Nostrand, 1950

    Google Scholar 

  93. Shushnar, G. J.; Schlueter, L. E.: Operational Experience with the Carrisa Plain PV Plant. In 1st PV Annual Systems Symposium, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  94. Sinton, R. A. PhD. Thesis, Stanford University, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  95. Sirtl, E.: Production Methods for Mono- and Multicrystalline Silicon. In Proc. ISES Solar World Congress, Hamburg 1987, Bloss, W.H.; Pfisterer, F. (Ed.), p. 34, Oxford (UK): Pergamon Press, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  96. Stokes, K. W.: Hesperia Photovoltaic Power Plant: 1985 Performance Assessment. Technical Report EPRI-AP-5229, Electric Power Research Institute, Palo Alto/CA, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  97. Stokes, K. W.; Risser, V. V.: Photovoltaic Field Test Performance Assessment: 1986. Technical Report EPRI AP-5762, Electric Power Research Institute, Palo Alto/CA, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  98. Stutzmann, M.; Jackson, W. B.; Tsai, C. C.: Light Induced Metastable States in Hydrogenated Amorphous Silicon: A Systematic Study. Phys. Rev., B 32 (1985) 23

    Article  Google Scholar 

  99. Sugimura, R. S.; Otth, D. H.; Ross, R. G.; Arnett, J. C.; Samuelson, G.: Candidate Materials for Advanced Fire Resistant Photovoltaic Modules. In Conf Rec. 18th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, Las Vegas, p. 1164, New York: IEEE, 1985

    Google Scholar 

  100. Sumner, D. D.; Whitaker, C. M.; Schlueter, L. E.: Carrisa Plains Photovoltaic Power Plants 1984-1987 Performance. In Conf Rec. 20th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, Las Vegas, p. 1289, New York: IEEE, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  101. Swanson, R. M.: Point-contact solar cells: Modeling and Experiment. Solar Cells, 17 (1986) 85

    Article  Google Scholar 

  102. Thomas, M. G.; Fuentes, M. K.; Lashway, C.; Black, B. D.: Reliability of Photovoltaic Systems: A Field Report. In Conf Rec. 18th IEEE PV Specialist Conference, Las Vegas, p. 1336, New York: IEEE, 1985

    Google Scholar 

  103. Voss, E.: Secondary Electrochemical Cells for Solar Energy Storage. In Proc. 8th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, Florence, Solomon, I.; Equer, B.; Helm, P. (Ed.), pp. 19–25, Dordrecht (NL): Kluwer, 1988

    Google Scholar 

  104. Wagner, U.: Power Control by Energy Storage (in German), p. 177, Düsseldorf (D): VDI-Verlag, 1987

    Google Scholar 

  105. Wrixon, G. T.; McCarthy, S.: Field Experience of a 50 kWp Photovoltaic Array at Fota Island. In Proc. 6th E.C. PV Solar Energy Conference, London, Palz, W.; Treble, F.C. (Ed.), p. 491, Dordrecht (NL): D. Reidel, 1985

    Google Scholar 

Download references

Author information

Authors and Affiliations

  1. Institut für Physikalische Elektronik, Universität Stuttgart, Pfaffenwaldring 47, D-7000, Stuttgart 80, Germany

    W. H. Bloss, W. Knaupp, S. Nann & F. Pfisterer

  2. Deutsche Forschungsanstalt für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR), Linder Höhe, D-5000, Köln 90, Germany

    H. P. Hertlein

Authors
  1. W. H. Bloss
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

  2. H. P. Hertlein
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

  3. W. Knaupp
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

  4. S. Nann
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

  5. F. Pfisterer
    View author publications

    You can also search for this author in PubMed Google Scholar

Editor information

Editors and Affiliations

  1. Deutsche Forschungsanstalt für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR), Pfaffenwaldring 38-40, W-7000, Stuttgart 80, Germany

    C.-J. Winter

  2. Sektion Physik, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Amalienstraße 54, W-8000, München 40, Germany

    Rudolf L. Sizmann

  3. Energy Laboratory, University of Houston, 4800 Calhoun Road, Houston, TX, 77004, USA

    Lorin L. Vant-Hull (Prof. of Physics) (Prof. of Physics)

Rights and permissions

Reprints and permissions

Copyright information

© 1991 Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg

About this chapter

Cite this chapter

Bloss, W.H., Hertlein, H.P., Knaupp, W., Nann, S., Pfisterer, F. (1991). Photovoltaic Power Stations. In: Winter, CJ., Sizmann, R.L., Vant-Hull, L.L. (eds) Solar Power Plants. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-61245-9_8

Download citation

  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-61245-9_8

  • Publisher Name: Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg

  • Print ISBN: 978-3-642-64759-8

  • Online ISBN: 978-3-642-61245-9

  • eBook Packages: Springer Book Archive

Publish with us

Policies and ethics

Search

Navigation