Q:So idk how to connect a solar panel to a battery ...is it like a series connection from the solar panel to the battery, or a parallel connection from solar cell to battery? (to charge) please and thank you

I agree, you should get a charge controller and install appropriate fuses.

Q:I used to live from my car and i am soon returning to that way.I want a solar panel to a battery to a surge protector so that i can use a portable wifi box and my laptop at the same time. Also i would charge my phone occasionally.I would like the charge to be enough for several days in case of cloudy weather.I just do not want anything to short circuit or ruin my laptop etc.Is thete a way to get this?What do i need or what exactly should i look into?

Actually they do make these... u have one but the voltage is no guaranteed as depends on the radiation from sunlight. I have a 8v 60Watt folding solar panel... works great and does charge laptop but not consistent. It works better when you also have an external battery with you as well. Battery will charge laptop Solar panel will charge battery Also most important... put laptop screen on super dim / power savior mode or else laptop will eat up energy. I have a desktop replacement hp laptop and able to keep it charged at 9volts just under 2amps... (38 watts)... on power save mode of course ALLPOWERS 8v 60Watt folding solar panel charger Also.... Poweradd Pilot 30000mAh multi-voltage (9v -20v) portable chargers. Remember solar panels are nothing without batteries... not just for storing at night but also storing all the energy you can get. If not you would only be powering the load

Q:What controllers and all that stuff do I need for these solar panels. Oh and the the batteries will be rigged up to a big electric motor so please leave information on how to wire the batteries to the motor...THANKS!!! 0 POINTS!

The guy put solar panels on a Datsun.

Q:What are the supplies needed in a solar panel field, i know there are the panels. But what about batteries, and converters. Possibly other things, and how many will i need, for a certain amount of panels?

Short answer.. alot. A solar field is a big undertaking, and you'd be better off going with a solar consultant. I found this site and would recommend their services as they offer consulting, and are pretty big into solar (or atleast in my area..)

Q:Can solar panels be installed on educational institutions?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on educational institutions. In fact, many schools and colleges are embracing solar technology as a way to reduce energy costs, promote sustainability, and provide educational opportunities for students. Installing solar panels on educational institutions not only helps in generating clean energy but also serves as a tangible example of environmental responsibility and renewable energy solutions.

Q:Solar panels are all divided into these squares, forming a grid like pattern. Is it possible to have a single piece of solar panel?

Yeah, but if something happened to it you would have to replace the whole thing. This way you only need to replace a small bit of it if there's a problem. Plus, they're easier to transport.

Q:Thanks

benefit: 0 value for the source of power No by way of product draw back: Unreliable extreme value to purchase image voltaic panels. Now once you're speaking approximately actually in basic terms utilising image voltaic power i.e. letting water sit down outdoors until the solar warms it up... Then I see no actual benefit to it as a results of fact it will not at all have the skill to warmth water on your needed temperature and it will take way too long.

Q:What is the impact of roof age on solar panels' efficiency?

The age of a roof can have a significant impact on the efficiency of solar panels. An older roof may have deteriorated shingles or structural issues that can affect the installation and performance of solar panels. Additionally, an older roof may require repair or replacement in the near future, which would require removing and reinstalling the solar panels, incurring additional costs and potential damage. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the roof is in good condition before installing solar panels to maximize their efficiency and longevity.

Q:a fiber optic network could distribute solar energy from warm states to the rest of the country. Using a Federally created program,the energy would be used through a trust program to benefit all of our citizens equally. It would create thousands of jobs and help us with our dependence on foriegn oil supplies. This is no different than work programs created by the Feds during the 930's depression era.

This is a great idea, but there are some intrinsic difficulties with the theory: First, the average US household uses 27.4kWh of power per day= aprox. 0,000 kWh per year. Solar panels create kWh/m^2/day. Therefore you would need 27 m^2 (290 ft^2) of solar panels per household. Not only does that use a lot of space, but it would also cost a fortune. We also have to take into account that the government does not want us to become dependent of oil for many reasons. Therefore it is unlikely the government would ever consider paying for it. Lastly, for power grids to stay functional at all times, backup power plants must be kept 'hot', to replace solar power stations as they stop producing. There is an energy cost to keep plants 'hot', which includes (in the case of coal plants) the burning of coal. Unfortunately, if the country is not willing to accept brownouts, the carbon footprint of any large scale solar project will have to accept the 'hot' non-producing power plants carbon emissions as their own. The continued advances in the ability to store electricity will greatly impact the successful implementation of a large scale solar power station being, carbon footprint free. However, it would be possible for every household to have their own solar panels. Since they would need about 290 ft^2 (or 5ft x 5ft), then it does seem reasonable that they could have this much on their roof or land somewhere. Any additional energy you make from the solar panels you can sell back to the power plants and make money. They could then use this extra energy to cover in brown out situations, etc. In order for this to work though, we would all need to be responsible for purchasing and installing our own solar panels. It would be nice if the government would offer greater incentives to do so.

Q:can a small solar panel be charged with lamps?

That would depend on the frequency that the solar panel accepts and the frequency of light that your lamp gives out. It may or may not work. The sun gives out a much broader spectrum of light, which is why solar panels are much more effective in sunlight. I have seen solar panels charged by lamps, but it usually doesn't work that well and I have never seen it work with fluorescent lighting.