Q:The first panel is located in New England, the second is placed in the Sahara desert, the third is on the Earth side of the moon, and the last is on the far side of the moon. Which panel would absorb the most sunlight over a year's time and why ? All the panels are place in optimal places where they would get the most light available.

Well, as always, context is important. Sunlight is composed of a lot of different types and wavelengths of energy, and our atmosphere and magnetoshpere filter out a certain amount. If the question is actually which solar panel would produce the most energy (which I assume it is), we would have to look at how solar panels work. There are three different classes of solar panel function. Photovoltaic cells convert sunlight directly into electrical energy, but most systems are pretty low on efficiency. Solar cells can be used for generating heat, through boiling water or some other liquid frequently. And solar panels can be used to produce chemical reactions, breaking down solutions into ions, for example, and the breaking of the molecular bonds releases a certain amount of energy. So theoretically, the two sides of the moon get the same amount of solar energy, just at different times -- about 6 months of the year or so. If the solar panels were thermal energy panels, the ones on the Earth would do much better, because the moon is so much colder. The weather is the most convincing argument for comparing the Sahara and New England. New England is likely to be more cloudy and polluted than the Sahara. Since the Earth probably eclipses the moon a bit more often than the reverse, there may be a little more visible sunlight that gets to earthly solar panels, but the ones on the moon would get a greater proportion of the sunlight (more wavelengths, for example), so it would be close. The Earth eclipses only the near face of the moon, so that would give the far side of the moon a slight edge perhaps. I'd guess it would be the far-side lunar one, but too many variables to be sure.

Q:What is a good sight that I could go to about installing solar panels and all of the considerations of it?

Go okorder This is the web site for the magazine Homepower. You should probably get a copy of the magazine and have a look (there is a Free Sample Issue botton on the site). It contains articles about real people and their solar collectors. It usually details what kind of system they have and provides an illustration of the different parts. These articles and illustrations are very helpful to people who are new to the topic. They also have articles on things are far ranging as the national electrical codes for solar electric panels, building your own electric car and solar ovens for cooking. Check the site out and then request a free magazine.

Q:I have a 500 watt inverter and battery but need solar panels to run my need. I want to have enough juice to run a computer and monitor and sometimes a 5w amp. I am not sure how much power is needed to run the computer (standard desktop with 5flat screen with an additional surround sound system) though on the side of the computer it says 5 amp but I know I used to run it and monitor and surround sound with a heating blanket on the same circuit which was rated at 20 amps. My question is that I would like to go and buy some panels (cheaply as I'm unemployed) from somewhere like Harbor Freight that would meet the need of the converter to supply enough amperage. So what size panel(s) or panels would I need to run this setup? If I am correct I think 500 watts is equal to 5 amps. Would this even work? Could I run a partial system where I could run some of the stuff to take a load off? I need to lower my electric bill somehow. Thanks!

Solar okorder in their survival discussion in the archive, this exact project was discussed at length.

Q:How about using Solar Panals to provide the electrical power to separate the H2 from the O? H2 would be fed into the engines carburator like a gas/air mixture ratio, but H2/air mixture ratio instead. How would you control the exact measurements?

It's a great idea, but there are problems. The first is that hydrogen is very difficult to control; it is a small molecule, and very slippery. It is difficult to handle from that perspective; Teflon tape and other common plumbing techniques just don't cut it. Secondly, once you have the hydrogen, you'd have to compress it in order to put it into a cylinder of some sort. This takes electrical power, and in turn is wasteful. Compressed hydrogen storage has is own risks, including hydrogen embrittlement, and the peculiar nature of hydrogen (including having an invisible flame, and a remarkably wide flammable range) makes it quite dangerous. After all, relatively safe products such as propane gas and butane lighters- well-established and very common- are surprisingly dangerous, causing injuries and fatalities each year. In order for something that is more dangerous (hydrogen) to come to market as being a hydrolysis product, either the products will have to be home-made (and therefore more dangerous), or very expensive.

Q:Can the solar panels available be coated with a material (to improve it's looks) and not alter it's efficiency?

No. The only coatings I am aware of are those that reduce reflection so more light gets through the protective surface to the actual cells. Anything thing that affects appearance is going to be reflecting light back to the viewer and the photons of that light are not available for electricity or heat. If the appearance of the panels offends you, then they need to be concealed by a fence of panels around them that do not throw shadows on the panels.

Q:Can solar panels be used for charging batteries?

Yes, solar panels can be used for charging batteries. Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, which can be used to charge batteries and store energy for later use. This process is commonly used in off-grid systems or to power portable devices and vehicles.

Q:What is the principle and structure of solar panels?

Solar power generation system consists of solar cells, solar controllers, batteries (group) composition. If the output power is AC 220V or 110V, also need to configure the inverter. The role of each part is

Q:im doin a science experiment and i have a battery that is 3.6 volts , does it matter wut voltage the solar panel that im connecting it to is . Does it need to match , be less or does voltage have no effect . If so wut does matter when choosing the type of solar panel to power a bettery?

. Make sure you got the right type of battery that allow to charge from the solar panel. 2. Make sure you use a device which I forgot the name but it will make sure the charge go one way in case the light go out so will not drain the battery while it is hook up. 3. Make sure you got the right charge from the solar panel to charge the battery. Reason is easyier to swim down the river or is it easy to swim up river.

Q:China is building solar panels and have been for years. That is the most abundant energy in the world. My nieghbor has two panels on his roof and he actually sells energy back to the electric company. These panels cost about $30,000. each, because we don't produce them here on that level.If we did, that price would drop drastically. Other alternatives are also available. Drilling for oil will no change anything. Once you give the oil companie the go ahead, the will focus on that and the alternatives won't be developed any farther. We will be right back here in about 0 years. The price will not go down anyway. So why not switch half of our fuel to alternatives?

Well, for thirty grand I hope they're of better quality than most of the stuff coming out of there.....Meh, I've got an old Boy Scout manual and some Foxfire books. I'll just make some myself this weekend.

Q:Can solar panels be installed on a theme park or tourist attraction?

Yes, solar panels can be installed on a theme park or tourist attraction. Solar panels are a versatile and sustainable energy solution that can be implemented in various settings, including theme parks and tourist attractions. By harnessing solar energy, these establishments can reduce their carbon footprint, lower energy costs, and promote environmental stewardship. Additionally, solar panels can be integrated into the design of these attractions, enhancing their aesthetics and providing an educational opportunity for visitors to learn about renewable energy.