Off-Grid Solar Power: 3 in 1- A Comprehensive Beginner’s Guide+ Tips and Tricks Guide+Advanced Methods and Strategies to Build the Most Efficient Solar Systems for Indoor and Outdoor Living

OFF GRID SOLAR POWERA Comprehensive Beginner's Guide to Learning, Designing and Building Photovoltaic Solar Power System for RVs, Cabins, Vans, Boats and Homes
OFF GRID SOLAR POWERA Comprehensive Beginner's Guide to Learning, Designing and Building Photovoltaic Solar Power System for RVs, Cabins, Vans, Boats and Homes
Chapter 1: Solar Energy Fundamentals
Chapter 1: Solar Energy Fundamentals
    How Does Solar Energy Work?
    Types of Solar Energy Systems
Chapter 2: History of Solar Energy
Chapter 2: History of Solar Energy
Chapter 3: Solar Energy Technologies
Chapter 3: Solar Energy Technologies
    Solar Heating and Cooling
    Concentrating Solar Power
    Key limitations of Concentrating Solar Power Plants and Solar Water Heaters
Chapter 4: Photovoltaics
Chapter 4: Photovoltaics
    How Does PV Technology Work?
    Types of Photovoltaics
    Materials Used in Photovoltaics
Chapter 5: Installation of Off-Grid Solar Systems (A Summary)
Chapter 5: Installation of Off-Grid Solar Systems (A Summary)
    What Are the Components of an Off-Grid Solar System?
    Sizing an Off-Grid Solar System
Chapter 6: Designing/Planning an Off-Grid Solar System
Chapter 6: Designing/Planning an Off-Grid Solar System
    Site Assessment
    Energy Calculations for Off-Grid Solar Installations
    The Lead Acid Battery
    Lithium-Ion Batteries
    AC or DC Power
Chapter 7: Building & Installing an Off-Grid Solar System
Chapter 7: Building & Installing an Off-Grid Solar System
    Building Your Solar Shed/Battery House
    Installing the Solar Panels
    Wiring Your Off-Grid PV Solar System
Chapter 8: Operation and Maintenance of Off-Grid PV Systems
Chapter 8: Operation and Maintenance of Off-Grid PV Systems
    Types of PV Maintenance
    Maintenance of Different PV Components
    Important Considerations for PV System Wiring Maintenance
    Off-Grid Solar Power Battery Maintenance
    Cleaning and Maintenance Tips for Solar Panels
Chapter 9: Economics of Off-Grid PV Solar Power
Chapter 9: Economics of Off-Grid PV Solar Power
    Cost of Solar Power for Homes
    Benefits of Solar Power for Homes
    Calculating the Cost of Solar Power
Chapter 10: Possible Issues, Challenges, and Peculiarities of Off-Grid Solar Systems
Chapter 10: Possible Issues, Challenges, and Peculiarities of Off-Grid Solar Systems
    Common Design Issues With Off-Grid Solar Systems
    Troubleshooting Common Issues With Off-Grid PV Solar Energy Systems
    Peculiarities of Off-Grid Solar Energy Systems
Conclusion
References
OFF GRID SOLAR POWERTips and Tricks to Efficiently Plan, Build and Install Off-Grid Solar Power Systems Indoors and Outdoors to Achieve Home Energy Independence
OFF GRID SOLAR POWERTips and Tricks to Efficiently Plan, Build and Install Off-Grid Solar Power Systems Indoors and Outdoors to Achieve Home Energy Independence
Introduction
Chapter 1: Solar Power 101
Chapter 1: Solar Power 101
    Where Can Solar Energy Be Used?
    Solar Power Benefits
    Solar Power Drawbacks
Chapter 2: What You Need
Chapter 2: What You Need
    Components for an Off-Grid Solar power system
    Other Components
Chapter 3: Off-Grid Solar Power System Costs
Chapter 3: Off-Grid Solar Power System Costs
    Off-Grid Solar power system Cost Based on Type
Chapter 4: How Many Panels Do You Need?
Chapter 4: How Many Panels Do You Need?
    How to Calculate Usage
    How Much Solar Power Is Needed?
    Determining the Watts You Need
    Other Factors that Affect Efficiency of Solar Output
    What Effect Does Solar Panel Size Have on Energy Generated?
    Load Considerations for Water Pumps
    Solar Power Required for a Fridge
Chapter 5: Building I: Site Survey
Chapter 5: Building I: Site Survey
    Ways to Protect Components
Chapter 6: Building II: Planning and Design
Chapter 6: Building II: Planning and Design
    Cable Sizing
Chapter 7: Building III: Tools Needed
Chapter 7: Building III: Tools Needed
    Essential Tools
Chapter 8: Building IV: RVs, Small Homes, Boats
Chapter 8: Building IV: RVs, Small Homes, Boats
    Power Needs for Small Homes, Boats, and RVs
Chapter 9: Maintenance
Chapter 9: Maintenance
    PV Panel Maintenance
    Tips on Cleaning PV Panels
    Battery Care
    Additional Solar power system Maintenance Tips
Chapter 10: Legalities, Laws, Etc
Chapter 10: Legalities, Laws, Etc
    Model Codes and Where to Find Them
    Off-the-Grid Solar Panels Legalities
    RVs and Off-the-Grid
    Permits and Off-the-Grid Solar Panels
    Things to Know
Conclusion
References
OFF GRID SOLAR POWERAdvanced Methods and Strategies to Build the Most Efficient Solar Systems for Indoor and Outdoor Living
OFF GRID SOLAR POWERAdvanced Methods and Strategies to Build the Most Efficient Solar Systems for Indoor and Outdoor Living
Introduction
Chapter 1: What Is Solar Power?
Chapter 1: What Is Solar Power?
    Photovoltaic Cells
    Solar-Thermal Power
    Why You Should Get Solar Power for Your Homestead
Chapter 2: The Difference between Off-Grid and On-Grid Solar Energy
Chapter 2: The Difference between Off-Grid and On-Grid Solar Energy
    On-Grid
    Off-Grid
    Hybrid
    Which System Should You Get?
Chapter 3: Types of Off-Grid Solar Power Systems
Chapter 3: Types of Off-Grid Solar Power Systems
    Direct Current (DC) Solar Power Systems
    AC Coupled Systems
    Hybrid Solar Systems
    Direct Grid-Tie Systems
    Battery Backup Systems
Chapter 4: Building Your Solar Power System
Chapter 4: Building Your Solar Power System
    Things to Know before Installing Your Solar Power System
    Calculating Your Electric Load
    Solar System Components for Off-Grid Solar Setup
    Things to Consider Before Purchasing a Solar Panel
    Types of Solar Charge Controllers
    Solar Charge Controller Brands and Prices
    Size and Number of Batteries in Your System
    Types of Batteries
    Battery Management System
    Selecting the Battery Size
    Inverter for Off-Grid Solar Power System
    Types of Inverters
    Choosing the Right Inverter
    Power Fuses - Overload Protection
Chapter 5: How to Calculate Loads
Chapter 5: How to Calculate Loads
    How Do You Calculate Your Energy Needs
    How to Calculate the Number of Solar Panels You Require?
    How to Reduce Electrical Needs
Chapter 6: Setting Up Your Solar Grid Network
Chapter 6: Setting Up Your Solar Grid Network
    How to Build Your Solar Grid Network
    The Structures of the Solar Grid Network
    Building Your Solar Panel Rack
    Solar Panel Cable Runs
    Wiring Your Solar Grid Network
    Plan Your Cables Properly
    Types of Connections
    Planning the Power Center
    Planning Out Your Cable Runs
    Cable Sizing
    Protection Devices
    Connecting Your System Together
    Mounting All the Components
    Feeding Your Bus Bars
    Understanding the Inverter and Mains Service Panel
    Racking Systems for Solar Arrays and Batteries
    Mounting Racks Directly to Structures
    Panel Orientation
Chapter 7: Things to Take into Consideration
Chapter 7: Things to Take into Consideration
    Location
    Measuring Space and Making Adjustments
    Adjusting Panels According to Sun and Shade
    Adjusting Panels According to Roof Size
    How to Place Your Panels
Chapter 8: How to Assess Your Work
Chapter 8: How to Assess Your Work
    Check Your Panels
    Inspect the Inverter
    Check the System's Data
    Invest in a Third-Party Solar Monitor
Chapter 9: Staying Safe
Chapter 9: Staying Safe
    Risks Involving Specific Worksites
    Wearing Personal Protective Equipment
    Preparing for a Bad Weather
    Lifting and Handling Solar Panels
    Additional Tips for Working on Roofs
    Working with Electricity
    Additional Important Safety Rules
Chapter 10: Avoiding Costly Mistakes
Chapter 10: Avoiding Costly Mistakes
Conclusion
References