Agrivoltaics

Author : Dimitris A. Chalkias,Elias Stathatos
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2024-01-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783031488610

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The Emergence of Agrivoltaics by Dimitris A. Chalkias,Elias Stathatos Pdf

This book assists in the adoption of the sustainable cross-sectoral nexus approach of agrivoltaics, which can provide a quite significant untapped potential for the sustainable development of humanity. Increasing demand for water, energy and food, due to population growth and urbanization, is aggravated by unprecedented extreme weather and climatic conditions. This situation is likely to undermine the sustainable and peaceful development of humanity. Today, more than ever, there is an imperative need to support the identification and development of practical solutions, where the use of a nexus approach can lead to improved outcomes in the integrated management of water–energy–food–ecosystem (WEFE) resources. This book disseminates the current knowledge of the modern approach of agrivoltaics, providing a comprehensive state of the art on the field, discussing the current status, the challenges and the future perspectives for their further development. This new currently in-depth unexplored topic will be covered thoroughly by the present book, which will attract the readership of both the scientific and industrial research communities, even of people who are dealing with cultivations, promoting the development in the field, from conceptual designs to practical realizations.

Author : Nídia S. Caetano,Manuel Carlos Felgueiras
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 813 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2023-12-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783031435591

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The 9th International Conference on Energy and Environment Research by Nídia S. Caetano,Manuel Carlos Felgueiras Pdf

This is the 9th edition of the International Conference on Energy and Environment Research, ICEER 2022, took place in the middle of September, ISEP, Porto, Portugal (Hybrid). This book includes all the well-presented papers in ICEER 2022. The maturity of this conference series has now been reached, with a large number of participants from academia, as well as a few coming from the professional field. Linking together energy and environment research is not an easy task. However, it is now understood that these fields are interconnected and that the answer to the challenge of a sustainable future depends enormously on the willingness and capability of problem thinking in an integrated manner. This book presents the participants in ICEER 2022 contribution toward sustainability, through energy and environment research, thanks for all.

Author : V. K. Jain,Chandima Gomes,Abhishek Verma
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2022-04-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789811692802

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Renewable Energy and Storage Devices for Sustainable Development by V. K. Jain,Chandima Gomes,Abhishek Verma Pdf

The book contains selected and peer-reviewed papers presented during the ‘International Workshop on Renewable Energy and Storage Devices for Sustainable Development’ (IWRESD-2021). The book covers recent research on various applications and scientific developments in the areas of renewable energy. These topics are solar cells, sustainable energy conversion, processing technologies, instrumentation, energy storage devices, solar thermal applications, batteries, new materials, and processes to develop low-cost renewable energy-based technologies, etc. This book will be of interest to researchers and engineers across a variety of fields.

Author : Shiva Gorjian,Pietro Elia Campana
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 497 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2022-06-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780323886253

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Solar Energy Advancements in Agriculture and Food Production Systems by Shiva Gorjian,Pietro Elia Campana Pdf

Solar Energy Advancements in Agriculture and Food Production Systems aims to assist society and agricultural communities in different regions and scales to improve their productivity and sustainability. Solar energy, with its rapidly growing technologies and nascent market, has shown promise for integration into a variety of agricultural activities, providing an alternative, sustainable solution to current practices. To meet the future demands of modern sustainable agriculture, this book addresses the major existing problems by providing innovative, effective, and sustainable solutions using environment-friendly, advanced, energy-efficient, and cost-optimized solar energy technologies. This comprehensive book is intended to serve as a practical guide for scientists, engineers, policymakers, and stakeholders involved in agriculture and related primary industries, as well as sustainable energy development, and climate change mitigation projects. By including globally implemented solar-based agriculture projects in each chapter and highlighting the key associated challenges and benefits, it aims to bridge the knowledge gap between the market/real-world applications and research in the field. Provides up-to-date knowledge and recent advances in applications of solar energy technology in agriculture and food production Introduces two advanced concepts of agrivoltaics and aquavoltaics and addresses their potentials, challenges, and barriers Explains the application of solar energy technologies in agricultural systems, including greenhouse cultivation, water pumping and irrigation, desalination, heating and cooling, and drying Explains the use of solar energy in agricultural automation and robotics, considering precision agriculture and smart farming application Describes new applications of solar energy in agriculture and aquaculture, and technoeconomic and environmental impacts of solar energy technologies in agriculture and food production

Author : Osvaldo Gervasi,Beniamino Murgante,Ana Maria A. C. Rocha,Chiara Garau,Francesco Scorza,Yeliz Karaca,Carmelo M. Torre
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 698 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2023-06-28
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783031371233

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Computational Science and Its Applications – ICCSA 2023 Workshops by Osvaldo Gervasi,Beniamino Murgante,Ana Maria A. C. Rocha,Chiara Garau,Francesco Scorza,Yeliz Karaca,Carmelo M. Torre Pdf

This nine-volume set LNCS 14104 – 14112 constitutes the refereed workshop proceedings of the 23rd International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2023, held at Athens, Greece, during July 3–6, 2023. The 350 full papers and 29 short papers and 2 PHD showcase papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from a total of 876 submissions. These nine-volumes includes the proceedings of the following workshops: Advances in Artificial Intelligence Learning Technologies: Blended Learning, STEM, Computational Thinking and Coding (AAILT 2023); Advanced Processes of Mathematics and Computing Models in Complex Computational Systems (ACMC 2023); Artificial Intelligence supported Medical data examination (AIM 2023); Advanced and Innovative web Apps (AIWA 2023); Assessing Urban Sustainability (ASUS 2023); Advanced Data Science Techniques with applications in Industry and Environmental Sustainability (ATELIERS 2023); Advances in Web Based Learning (AWBL 2023); Blockchain and Distributed Ledgers: Technologies and Applications (BDLTA 2023); Bio and Neuro inspired Computing and Applications (BIONCA 2023); Choices and Actions for Human Scale Cities: Decision Support Systems (CAHSC-DSS 2023); and Computational and Applied Mathematics (CAM 2023).

Author : Abdul Hai Alami
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2023-06-12
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783031313493

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PV Technology and Manufacturing by Abdul Hai Alami Pdf

This book discusses the manufacturing processes of photovoltaic solar cells, from conventional silicon cells, to thin-film technologies and ending with the cutting-edge technologies of third-generation photovoltaics. The rapid advances in photovoltaic technologies are propelled by the discovery of new materials through innovative routes of synthesis and deposition. For example, the exponential enhancement in efficiencies of perovskite solar cells between years 2015 and 2020 is a direct result of the availability of new materials to capitalize on innovative manufacturing techniques. Currently, efficiencies of up to 25.5% are achieved by perovskite solar cells technologies. This book is intended for scientists and engineers who are keen on having a solid understanding of conventional manufacturing processes of bulk silicon for photovoltaic purposes, as well as advanced processes used to synthesize materials for emerging photovoltaic technologies such as thin-film and third-generation PV. The book is designed to be self-contained to allow the reader to develop knowledge and experience in materials selection as well as a good understanding of pertinent manufacturing process to arrive at best device performance. The technologies presented are also analyzed for its energy and environmental impacts.

Author : Nídia S. Caetano
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 502 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031543944

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Sustainable Development with Renewable Energy by Nídia S. Caetano Pdf

Author : Stefano Gatti,Carlo Chiarella,Vitaliano Fiorillo
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 121 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2023-06-08
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783031279188

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Agriculture as an Alternative Investment by Stefano Gatti,Carlo Chiarella,Vitaliano Fiorillo Pdf

Under the pressure of climate and social changes, agriculture is called to play a fundamental role in the world food challenge of the next few decades. A severe reduction of arable land and water scarcity combined with a growing food demand, changes in the dietary preferences in many countries and, more recently, a growing threat to food security and logistics from supply chains interruptions and global trade fragmentation, all require the implementation of processes, techniques, and innovations able to increase productivity and make a better use of scarce resources. Against this backdrop, a growing number of investors and asset managers have started looking at agriculture as an interesting investment theme to exploit the long-term strategic opportunities emerging from technological innovation and social changes. The industry is undergoing a process of transformation driven, on the one hand, by the emergence of new data and technologies that promise enhancing process efficiency and improve yields and, on the other hand, by an increased attention on the GHG emissions of agricultural processes and the impact of farmland on climate change, water and land scarcity. All these factors call for a radical rethinking of many agriculture business models. This book provides a detailed overview and analysis of those new technologies with the greatest potential to disrupt agriculture products and processes by improving productivity and the management of food loss and waste, making a more efficient and sustainable use of resources and enhancing food security. Then, it discusses the implications for investors and asset managers, starting with an assessment of the status quo of agriculture investing and providing a thorough description of the agriculture asset class with an emphasis on its distinctive characteristics and the innovations in the technological processes used in agriculture and farming with the greatest potential to obtain long-term sustainable returns.

Author : David Wright
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2022-04-04
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000557442

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Solarnomics by David Wright Pdf

• Each chapter includes “Process” flow diagrams, providing a step-by-step process on how to implement the material covered in the chapter. • Takes a technical topic and presents it in a very accessible language and in short, punchy chapters for a business reader. • Emphasizes the details of how to actually conduct an assessment of the economic viability of a solar project.

Author : Zekâi Şen,Özer Uygun,Caner Erden
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 824 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2023-11-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789819960620

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Advances in Intelligent Manufacturing and Service System Informatics by Zekâi Şen,Özer Uygun,Caner Erden Pdf

This book comprises the proceedings of the 12th International Symposium on Intelligent Manufacturing and Service Systems 2023. The contents of this volume focus on recent technological advances in the field of artificial intelligence in manufacturing & service systems including machine learning, autonomous control, bioinformatics, human-artificial intelligence interaction, digital twin, robotic systems, sybersecurity, etc. This volume will prove a valuable resource for those in academia and industry.

Author : Antonio Urbina
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2022-02-11
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783030917715

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Sustainable Solar Electricity by Antonio Urbina Pdf

This book provides a detailed life cycle assessment of photovoltaic technologies in order to analyse the environmental and socioeconomic impacts that a large deployment of solar photovoltaic systems will produce in the near future. Including both commercial and emerging technologies, the book presents the energy and materials requirements to manufacture solar electricity power systems at the order of the TeraWatt scale deployment as is envisaged by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) for the near future. It discusses current manufacturing practices and how these may be adapted in the future including: reuse and recycling of components and materials; raw material supply chains to the manufacturing factories; and end-of-life procedures including recycling and landfilling of modules. The environmental and socioeconomic impacts of solar energy are analysed in detail, providing recommendations for standardization and regulations in order to make photovoltaic technologies, both current and emerging, a really sustainable alternative for the supply of “greener” electricity.

Author : Manuel Pérez-Donsión,Gianpaolo Vitale
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 636 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2024-03-19
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781527594579

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Trends in Renewable Energy and Power Quality by Manuel Pérez-Donsión,Gianpaolo Vitale Pdf

This book addresses and updates the trends surrounding the potential advantages of renewable energy sources, distributed generation, energy storage, and other factors relevant to smart systems. In addition to well-consolidated topics such as photovoltaic and wind generation, new issues and solutions regarding smart grids, power electronics converters, energy management, storage systems, and innovative renewable sources exploitation techniques have been considered.

Author : Wilfried van Sark,Bram Hoex,Angèle Reinders,Pierre J. Verlinden,Nicholas J. Ekins-Daukes
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 645 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119578840

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Photovoltaic Solar Energy by Wilfried van Sark,Bram Hoex,Angèle Reinders,Pierre J. Verlinden,Nicholas J. Ekins-Daukes Pdf

Photovoltaic Solar Energy Thoroughly updated overview of photovoltaic technology, from materials to modules and systems Volume 2 of Photovoltaic Solar Energy provides fundamental and contemporary knowledge about various photovoltaic technologies in the framework of material science, device physics of solar cells, chemistry for manufacturing, engineering of PV modules, and the design aspects of photovoltaic applications, with the aim of informing the reader about the basic knowledge of each aspect of photovoltaic technologies and applications in the context of the most recent advances in science and engineering. The text is written by leading specialists for each topic in a concise manner and includes the most recent references for deeper study. Moreover, the book gives insights into possible future developments in the field of photovoltaics. The book builds on the success of Volume 1 of Photovoltaic Solar Energy, which was published by Wiley in January 2017. As science and technology is progressing fast in some areas of photovoltaics, several topics needed to be readdressed. Volume 2 also covers some basic aspects of the subject that were not addressed in Volume 1. Sample topics covered in Photovoltaic Solar Energy include: Solar Irradiance Resources Crystalline Silicon Technologies (Cz Ingots, TOPCon, Heterojunction, Passivating contacts, Hydrogenation and Carrier Induced Degradation) Perovskite and Tandem solar cells Characterization and Measurements PV Modules PV Systems and Applications (integration in buildings, agriculture, water, vehicles) Sustainability Providing comprehensive coverage of the subject, Photovoltaic Solar Energy is an essential resource for undergraduate and graduate students in science or engineering, young professionals in PV research or the PV industry, professors, teachers, and PV specialists who want to receive updated information. A scientific or engineering degree is a prerequisite.

Author : Ramesh Manza,Bharti Gawali,Pravin Yannawar,Filbert Juwono
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 747 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2023-07-25
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9789464631968

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Proceedings of the First International Conference on Advances in Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence Technologies (ACVAIT 2022) by Ramesh Manza,Bharti Gawali,Pravin Yannawar,Filbert Juwono Pdf

This is an open access book. The first international Conference on Advances in Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence Technologies (ACVAIT 2022) is a biennial conference organized by Department of Computer Science and Information Technology, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad (MS) India, during August 1–2, 2022. ACVAIT 2022, is dedicated towards advances in the theme areas of Computer Vision, Image Processing, Pattern Recognition, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Human Computer Interactions, Biomedical Image Processing, Geospatial Technology, Hyperspectral image processing and allied technologies but not limited to. ACVAIT 2022, invites young and/or advanced researchers contributing in the theme area of the conference and also provide them platform for discussing their scientific contributions / research findings with the domain experts, exchange ideas with them and foster closer collaboration between members from the top universities / Higher Education Institutes (HEI). ACVAIT 2022, inviting domain specific work from research scholars, academician, machine learning & AI scientist, industry experts to contribute their scientific contribution in the following areas but not limited to. • Shape representation• Biometrics: face matching, iris recognition, footprint verification and many more.• Statistical, Structural and syntactic pattern recognition• Brain Computer Interface and Human Computer Interactions• Feature extraction and reduction• Biomedical Image Processing• Color and texture analysis• Speech analysis and understanding• Image segmentation• Speaker verification & Synthesis• Image compression, coding and encryption• Clustering and classification• Object recognition, scene understanding and video analytics• Machine learning algorithms • Image matching (pattern matching)• Extreme learning machine• Content based image retrieval and indexing• Artificial Intelligence Trends in Deep learning• Optical character recognition• Big data• Image & Video Forensics• Information retrieval• Pattern recognition and machine learning for Internet of Things• Data mining and Data Analytics• Pattern classification through Sensors• Pattern Recognition for Hyper Spectral Imaging• Satellite Image Processing

Author : IT Shades
Publisher : EGBG Services LLC
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2021-08-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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I-Byte Manufacturing July 2021 by IT Shades Pdf

This document brings together a set of latest data points and publicly available information relevant for Manufacturing Industry. We are very excited to share this content and believe that readers will benefit from this periodic publication immensely.