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Power from the wind : achieving energy independence : a practical guide to small-scale energy production / Dan Chiras; artwork by Anil Rao, Ph.D. and Forrest Chiras.

Chiras, Daniel D, (author.).

Résumé :

"Power from the Wind is the completely revised and updated edition of the go-to guide for individuals and businesses interested in installing small wind energy systems. Written with the homeowner layperson in mind, this practical guide provides an accurate and unbiased view of all aspects of small wind energy systems from site assessment through installation."-- Provided by publisher.

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  • ISBN : 9780865718319
  • ISBN : 0865718318
  • Description physique : xv, 319 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
  • Édition : Revised 2nd edition.
  • Éditeur : Gabriola Island, B.C. : New Society Publishers, [2017].

Descriptions du contenu

Note générale :
\ Previous edition authored by Dan Chiras with Mick Sagrillo and Ian Woofenden.
Note de bibliographie, etc.:
\ Includes bibliographical references (pages 301-307) and index.
Note de dépouillement structurée :
Introduction to small-scale wind energy -- Understanding wind and wind energy -- Wind energy systems -- Wind site assessment -- A primer on wind generators -- Towers and tower installation -- Understanding inverters -- Batteries, charge controllers, and backup generators -- Maintaining a wind-electric system -- Final considerations : zoning, permits, covenants, utility companies, insurance, and buying a system.
Sujet :
Wind turbines.
Wind power.
Electric power production.
Self-reliant living.

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