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DOVER PUBLICATIONS Physical Adsorption Forces And Phenomena 2007 Edition by BRUCH
A comprehensive account of the phenomena that occur when simple gases interact with surfaces, this text takes a fundamental perspective. Physical adsorption involves atomic or molecular films bound to surfaces by less than 0.5 eV per particle. Physically absorbed thin films exhibit remarkably diverse properties and behave in a manner characteristic of two-dimensional matter. This exploration focuses on monolayer physics, emphasizing atomic rather than molecular adsorption.The phase diagrams of physically absorbed films are diverse and rich in structure because of the subtle and varied competition between the two interactions: the mutual interaction between adsorbed molecules, and the force binding each molecule to the surface. The authors explain the microscopic origin of these forces in terms of constituent electrons and nuclei. They then examine the structural and dynamical properties of these films in the context of atomic and solid-state physics, statistical mechanics, and computer simulations.This text will be of interest to research chemists, physicists, and engineers alike, as well as students in these fields. Key literature citations allow readers to trace important developments, and thought-provoking problems are addressed in detail. Role of Renewable Energy Technologies in the Overall Energy Scenario at a Global LevelIntroduction Global Energy-Use Status Resource Mix Existing Investment Climate for Renewable Energy TechnologiesProjected Worldwide Goals for the Development and Deployment of Solar TechnologyKey Challenges and OpportunitiesSummary of Latest Indian Energy ScenarioReferencesOff-Grid and On-Grid PV ApplicationsIntroductionCommonly Used Off-Grid PV ProductsGrid-Connected Rooftop Solar Power PlantSolar Net-MeteringElectricity Bill with Solar Net-Metering - A Few Case-Specific ExamplesEstimated Rooftop Potential for Central Government BuildingsStatus of Large-Capacity Grid-Connected Power Generation ReferencesSolar Radiation Availability on EarthIntroductionAbout the Earth Radiation Emissions Solar Radiation Terminology Sun-Earth Geometric RelationshipRadiation Measurement TechniquesOverview of Solar Radiation MeasurementActivity in IndiaReferences On-Site-Specific Considerations Introduction Efforts at Preliminary Siting of PV Power Plants Solar PV Selection Model in GIS EnvironmentRole of Geotechnical Investigation in Solar PV Power PlantsOverview of Risks in Solar Projects Prior to Their CommissioningReferencesPV System Design ConsiderationsIntroductionKey Attributes of Solar Modules Current-Voltage CharacteristicsAdditional Attributes of a Solar PV SystemSystem Design-Specific ConsiderationsBalance of System Sizing of PV System Cost of a PV SystemIntroduction to PV System Sizing Procedures via Simulation SoftwareIntroductionTrends on Advanced Simulation Software Development for PV InstallationComparative Features of Various Simulation Software Manual and Simulated System-Sizing Procedures Determination of Peak Variation and Possible Plant RatingLoss-Making Factors in PV SystemsReferencesReal-Time Application of PV Simulation SoftwareIntroduction Performance Ratio versus CUFCERC Field Assessment Study of PV Power PlantsDesign versus Actual Data Variations for an Off-Grid PV Power PlantInternational ExperiencesField Observational Study of Resolve SolarReferences Capacity-Building Initiatives for Simulation Software OutreachIntroductionGeographical Regions Generally TargetedThird-Party Evaluation of PV SystemsMiscellaneous Initiatives at Capacity Building in IndiaReferences