How efficiently do solar cells work with artificial light?

May 12th, 2012 Tim No comments
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Odysseus J asked:

For instance, a calculator using a solar cell will work in artificial light with no sun (I think). How efficiently would that run? What kind of bulb would be best?

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Which is the current viable solar technology that one should opt for to produce, to avoid expensive R&D?

April 15th, 2012 Tim No comments
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sjamho asked:

Hi,

For a school project, I was asked to setup a business model for a solar production factory. But I am stuck a little bit. The main thing that I have a problem with is to understand the difference between panels, voltaic solar and film or paint. Which is the current viable technology that one should opt for (to produce), taking less risk depending on future developments?

Can anyone help to clarify this for me?

Thanks!

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What kind of solar panel do I need to power a 130W electric motor?

January 23rd, 2012 Tim No comments
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Boyo asked:

I am building a school project where I need to mix water with an electric motor. This motor needs to be powered by a solar panel. It is a 130W motor. How can I determine the required solar panel?
Thanks!

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How can I install a solar heating system on my new pool?

December 1st, 2011 Tim No comments
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JorgeandSebastiansMommy asked:

We just signed with the pool company today and they will begin the work to install an inground pool in our yard. I’ve asked that they put in the necessary plumbing so that we can add the solar system later (paying approx $400 for 3 pipes?). How difficult is it to do this? Is this something relatively simple/straightforward? I should add that we have a computer control panel, so according to our pool man, we should be able to hook up to it and have it controlled remotely. So my question is, once it’s stubbed for solar, what are the next steps and best cost approach? Any guidance is greatly appreciated!

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How do I build a solar generator for my cabin?

November 19th, 2011 Tim No comments
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Erin asked:

We don’t use much electricity, so we don’t need anything too heavy-duty. I would like to run our cabin on solar electricity, but am having trouble getting help as far as what size battery, inverter, solar panel I will need. I know I also need a regulator, but don’t know anything about them either. From start to finish, what do I need and where can I get all he parts I need at a reasonable price? Is it cost-effective to buy an already put together solar generator?

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Why is solar energy a renewable resource and also some advantages and disadvantages of using solar energy?

October 10th, 2011 Tim No comments
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Joshua 5533 asked:

Please tell me some disadvantages and advantages of using solar energy. I also need to know why it is a renewable resource. Can you also tell me how much of of solar energy is left and how long it will last. Thank you so much. [Tell me some websites to vist about this information]

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Can I connect a solar panel charger to my car battery without interfering with the alternator?

July 2nd, 2011 Tim No comments
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weburchin asked:

Would like to add a solar panel to help charge my car battery. Will this affect/hurt my alternator? Do I need to switch from alternator to solar.
I was hoping to leave the panel attached to the car during operation.

I’d like it as easy as possible.

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What direction should solar panels on the roof be directed for maximum daytime heating?

May 16th, 2011 Tim No comments
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jdklsa;fjds asked:

If a construction company were to build a solar heated home in middle latitudes in the Southern Hemisphere.

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How do you build a homemade solar panel?

May 2nd, 2011 Tim No comments
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its me! asked:

I am trying to build a solar panel for a school project and I am trying to find websites with tutorials. Any help would be appreciated thanks in advance.

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Why, when you first connect a solar cell to a watt meter it first spikes and then continuously falls?

May 11th, 2010 Tim No comments
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inak94 asked:

I have done a science experiment measuring the output of solar cells and, based on the results, the wattages for each of the solar cells spiked within the first 20 seconds and then started to level. Is there an actual thing that is occurring that I don’t know about, or is there just a problem with my measurements and/or electric voltmeter/current meter? Thank you in advance.
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