Q:Can u guys help on how solar panels work and how it generates electricity?(or u can give me a good website that has solar panel info on it)~Thanks in advance!~

Solar okorder under products that are sorted by watts per area. Also go to wikipedia to get more detailed information on solar cells.

Q:Would it be possible to use a lens or a mirror to focus light onto a solar panel in order to make in more efficient? And is something like this already being used? It was just a thought and I haven't spent much time on it, but I figured I'd ask.

yes it is being done. i've seen adds for such a system. on the other hand, if you had a 5 sq in Lens focused on a small cell, and a 5 sq in cell, they'd be about the same. in fact, the cell might be a bit better because (A) there wouldn't be any loss in the Lens, and (B) it might be that the solar cell would use some frequencies to which the Lens was opaque. in addition, the cost of solar cells is dropping, making the cost of the mirrors or lenses uneconomical by comparison.

Q:Can solar panels be installed on a rental property?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on a rental property. However, it ultimately depends on the landlord's consent and willingness to invest in the installation.

Q:Any feedback on solar panels?

Solar panels are very good. Although they may start off expensive, they will soon make up for the money spent. But they will only be useful when facing south and in sunny-ish countries. :)

Q:Can solar panels be installed on a golf course or clubhouse?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on a golf course or clubhouse. The large open spaces found in these areas provide ideal conditions for solar panel installation, allowing for maximum exposure to sunlight and efficient energy generation. Additionally, integrating solar panels into golf courses and clubhouses can help reduce energy costs, lower carbon footprint, and promote sustainable practices in the sport and leisure industry.

Q:Can solar panels be used for powering a hospital or healthcare facility?

Yes, solar panels can be used to power a hospital or healthcare facility. Solar energy can be harnessed and converted into electricity to meet the energy needs of these facilities. By installing solar panels, hospitals can reduce their reliance on traditional grid electricity, lower energy costs, and contribute to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly healthcare system. Additionally, solar panels can provide a reliable source of power, especially in areas with inconsistent or unreliable electricity supply.

Q:I'm trying to charge rechargeable AA batteries with a solar panel. What gauge wire should I use to connect the panel to the batteries? I know I'm not going to have a lot of current going through so the wire size doesn't really matter. Can the wire be too thick thoShould I ugh? Should I use a diode to keep the batteries from overpowering the circuit? If so, what size diode? My panel is 4.8V 50mA. Can I just hook the panel straight into the batteries or do I need something else?

In order: .? Just about any wire will do.? You can handle 50 mA over just about anything, even 28 gauge telephone wire.? Your biggest problems are probably going to be mechanical stress (you want stranded wire instead of solid, to avoid breakage) and dealing with the size of larger wires. 8 gauge speaker wire may be a good optimum. 2.? You need a diode.? If you're charging NiMH or NiCd cells you're going to have about .25 volts/cell; you can charge up to 3 of them in series with a 4.8 volt panel.? The solar panel is a bunch of diodes itself, but they're leaky in the reverse direction; the diode prevents the batteries from discharging themselves back through the panel.? You want a Schottky-barrier diode, because the forward voltage drop is about 0.2 volts instead of 0.7 volts for a regular silicon rectifier.? This gives you maximum current output from your panel.

Q:we are planing to move out of the grid. we need to operate constantly 2 laptops online - does any one can tell us how much solar panels we shall need to make sure of that?

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Q:I am doing a project for school and i need to power a 9v DC motor using a solar panel. Does anyone know places i could get these for not to expensive, and how many volts/watts i would need?

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Q:Can solar panels power an entire house?

Yes, solar panels can power an entire house. The number of panels required depends on the energy needs of the house and the amount of sunlight available in the area. However, with proper installation and integration of a solar panel system, it is possible to generate enough electricity to meet the needs of an entire house, including appliances, lighting, heating, and cooling systems.