Q:Can solar panels be used to power electric vehicles?

Yes, solar panels can be used to power electric vehicles. Solar panels generate electricity from sunlight, which can be stored in batteries and used to charge the electric vehicle's battery pack. This renewable energy source provides an eco-friendly and sustainable way to power electric vehicles.

Q:I have a panel that quot;deep breatheproduces at 4% efficiency, what can it power, It's about 4ft by 2ft

I also doubt your claim of 4% efficiency. That strength solar panel is brand new technology (this year) and is not available in retail sizes yet. You probably got duped by some false marketing... In any case; even assuming you had a 4% solar panel, there are too many things for us to give you an accurate assessment of the power production. Clouds, location on earth, season, angle of the solar panel; these are all things we need to know to calculate it. Odds are it should have the average rate it produces electricity written on the back panel or with the instructions that came with it. I know of no solar panel retailers that do not also offer free installation. You should get your money back or get that free installation (and then you never have to worry about how much power it has, it just gets you what it can).

Q:Can solar panels be used off-grid?

Yes, solar panels can be used off-grid. Off-grid solar systems are designed to generate electricity independently from the utility grid. These systems can store excess energy in batteries for use during times when the sun is not shining or when power is needed at night. Off-grid solar panels are commonly used in remote locations, such as cabins, RVs, boats, and even in developing countries without access to reliable grid electricity.

Q:Can solar panels be installed on shopping malls or retail centers?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on shopping malls or retail centers. In fact, many commercial buildings are increasingly adopting solar energy systems to reduce their carbon footprint and save on electricity costs. Installing solar panels on shopping malls or retail centers can provide a sustainable and renewable energy source, contributing to their overall green initiatives.

Q:How much per sq inch do they cost? Will i have to worry about them blowing off during hurricane season? If the sun isnt out for a week will my power go out? Will I have to check them every week and check which ones arent working and replace them? Is there anyway for them to be damaged by acid rain or any type of erosion like hail? When do I have to replace them? How do I dispose of old ones (like recycling)? What is smarter and more economical having few big panels or many small ones? I know I have alot of questions but I want a good detailed answer.

The cost of solar is measured in dollars per watt. That means the cost of a cell that can make one watt continuously in full sunlight. A friend of mine is starting a new job to set up a new solar cell factory and he said the present cost is $3 per watt, but that they expect to get that down to $ per watt in a few years. They can be damaged by weather, just like any regular roof. My insurance agent asked if I had solar panels, so it is a factor in insurance cost. I never heard of recycling or disposing of old panels, maybe because they are so new and last so long that not many are ready to be disposed of yet.

Q:Dont/Cant work alone?when you buya asolar panel you mUST GET bATTERIES, voltage regulators and many else stuff?cant they just work directly? or can i use normal batteres like Car batteries?The one who Really knows 0 pts. thanks

You do not need batteries unless you want power at night, you don't need a regulator unless you'll be using your panels to power anything other then what the voltage of the panels is (ie 2v panel = 2v llight bulb) 3.You can use them directly or you can use car batteries (though deep cycle batteries are better).

Q:Well I was thinking about the idea of renovating either a smaller school bus or building a tiny house and I was wondering if i can get some information on the size and watts panel should I use or more like how to get that whole solar energy in motion. Any infor and links would help

I think that typical solar panels are 2'x4' and produce something like 800-000 wh per day. (That's 0.8 - kwh per day.) More in the summer, less in the winter, if they're aimed sort of at the sun. There are newer, more expensive panels that produce more. There are also thin film panels that are less expensive, and probably more sturdy. You then have a couple choices. In a house, you'd have an expensive inverter to connect to the utility power, so you can have power at night when your panels aren't generating anything. In a trailer, you want 2-4-6 deep cycle car batteries to store the power. Then you could have an inverter to convert that power to 20v AC, so you could use normal appliances. Or, you could buy appliances that run on 2 volts DC. Maybe a combination of both. You'll need to figure out how much power you're going to use, so you know how many panels and batteries you're going to need. The calculation is easy. Figuring out how much power you need is hard. You need deep cycle batteries because you can repeatedly charge them way up and run them way down. Ordinary batteries die fairly quickly when you do that.

Q:K i'm almost ready to give up! I've bought every kind of pv I can think of, and I can see this technology will not be affordable in my lifetime.I conserve all I can (so far as to handwashing my laundry etc) I'm not rich, but I'm saving for a solar pv with decent amperage. I love tinkering with things if I see the point.All the cells i've seen are very weak. What PV would you buy? (all I need is to power my computer from a deep cycle 2 volt battery connected to an inverter)God Bless You

If powering a PC is your only goal, consider replacing the power supply in your PC with one that runs off native 2 volts (like the kind intended for RV's). Then you can avoid the 30% loss of energy in a cheap inverter.

Q:Can solar panels be installed on disaster relief shelters?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on disaster relief shelters. Solar panels are a versatile and sustainable solution that can provide electricity for lighting, charging electronic devices, and powering essential equipment in disaster-affected areas. They are portable, easy to install, and can help ensure a reliable source of energy in remote or inaccessible locations.

Q:Can solar panels be installed on windows?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on windows. There are specially designed solar window panels available that can be installed on the glass surface of windows to harness solar energy. These panels are transparent and allow light to pass through while generating electricity from the sunlight.