In Solar Energy Projects for the Evil Genius, high-tech guru Gavin Harper gives you everything you need to build more than 50 thrilling solar energy projects. You'll find complete, easy-to-follow plans, with clear diagrams and schematics, so you know exactly what's involved before you begin.
Instructions for fascinating sustainable energy projects, complete with 180 how-to illustrations
Explanations of the science and math behind each project
Projects that progress in difficulty - from simple ones that may inspire science fair entries - all the way to converting a real home to solar energy
Frustration-factor removal-needed parts are listed, along with sources-plus all the tools you'll need
Solar Energy Projects for the Evil Genius provides you with complete plans, instructions, parts lists, and sources for:
Crushed berries solar cell
Solar "death ray"
Solar powered hot dog cooker
Solar furnace
Sun-powered refrigerator
Camping shower, oven, and more
About the Author
Gavin D.J. Harper is the author of 50 Awesome Auto Projects for the Evil Genius, Build Your Own Car PC, 50 Model Rocket Projects for the Evil Genius, and Fuel Cell Projects for the Evil Genius (all from McGraw-Hill), and has had work mentioned in the journal Science. Gavin holds a Diploma in Design & Innovation and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Technology from the Open University. He went on to study towards a Master of Science in Architecture with Advanced Environmental & Energy Studies with the University of East London at the Centre for Alternative Technology. He also holds the Diploma of Vilnius University, Lithuania. He has undertaken further study with the Open University and with Loughborough University's Centre for Renewable Energy Systems Technology. He is currently reading for his Ph.D into the impacts of Alternative Vehicles and Fuels at Cardiff University, Wales.
Solar Energy Projects for the Evil Genius
Solar Energy Projects for the Evil Genius shows you how to increase your understanding of powerful, important, and environmentally friendly solar energy
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Instructions for fascinating sustainable energy projects, complete with 180 how-to illustrations