Solar Energy Technology

NPTEL and Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur via YouTube

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English
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1 day 13 hours
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Instructor: Prof. V. V. Satyamurty, Department of Mechanical Engineering, IIT Kharagpur.

This course provides an introduction to solar energy technology. Topics covered in this course include Sun-Earth geometry, Extraterrestrial radiation, Terrestrial radiation, Measurement of solar radiation, Solar collectors, Transmission-absorptance product, Concentrating collectors, Long term solar energy system performance, and Economic analysis.

Syllabus

Mod-01 Lec-01 Energy and Dependence on External Sources and Sun, Physical Descriptions and Reactions.
Mod-02 Lec-02 Sun - Earth Geometry.
Mod-03 Lec-03 Terminology Extra - Terrestrial Radiation Terrestria Radiation.
Mod-04 Lec-04 Measuring Instruments.
Mod-05 Lec-05 Estimation of Solar Radiation or Details.
Mod-06 Lec-06 Radiation Processing - Long Term.
Mod-07 Lec-07 Evaluation of the Apparent Sunrise and Sunset Angles.
Mod-08 Lec-08 Estimation of Daily/Monthly Average daily Tilt Factor Under Terrestrial Conditions.
Mod-09 Lec-09 Solar Colector Basics.
Mod-10 Lec-10 Transmission - Absorptance Product.
Mod-11 Lec-11 Daily (Or Monthly Average Daily) Transmittance.
Mod-12 Lec-12 Theory of Flat Plate Collectors - Liquid Based (A).
Mod-13 Lec-13 Theory of Flat Plate Collectors - Liquid Based (B).
Mod-14 Lec-14 Theory of Flat Plate Collectors - Liquid Based (C).
Mod-15 Lec-15 Mean temperature and Heat Capacity Effects.
Mod-16 Lec-16 Theory of Air Based Solar Flat Plate Collectors.
Mod-16 Lec-17 Theory of Air Based Solar Flat Plate Collectors (Contd.).
Mod-17 Lec-18 Other Collector Geometries.
Mod-18 Lec-19 Concentrating Collectors.
Mod-18 Lec-20 Concentrating Collectors (Contd.).
Mod-18 Lec-21 Concentrating Collectors (Contd. ).
Mod-19 Lec-22 Compound Parabolic Collectors.
Mod-20 Lec-23 Exercise - I.
Mod-20 Lec-24 Exercise - I (Contd.).
Mod-21 Lec-25 Device and System Performance.
Mod-22 Lec-26 Long Term Solar Energy System Performance.
Mod-23 Lec-27 Exercise - I (Contd. ).
Mod-24 Lec-28 Long Term Solar Energy System Performance Simplified Design Methods.
Mod-24 Lec-29 Long Term Solar Energy System Performance Simplified Design Methods (Contd.).
Mod-25 Lec-30 Monthly Average Daily Utilizability.
Mod-26 Lec-31 The phi(bar) - f chart method (Contd.).
Mod-27 Lec-32 The phi(bar) - f chart method Tank Losses and Finite Heat Exchanger.
Mod-28 Lec-33 Exercise - 2.
Mod-28 Lec-34 Exercise - 2 (Contd.).
Mod-28 Lec-35 Exercise - 2 (Contd.).
Mod-29 Lec-36 Economic Analysis.
Mod-30 Lec-37 Life Cycle Savings : The P1 and P2 Method.
Mod-31 Lec-38 Passive Devices.
Mod-32 Lec-39 Passive Architecture, Overhangs and Wing Walls.
Mod-32 Lec-40 Passive Architecture, Overhangs and Wing Walls (Contd.).
Mod-33 Lec-41 Summary.
Mod-33 Lec-42 Summary (Contd.).
Mod-33 Lec-43 Summary (Contd. ).

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Reviews

4.7 rating, based on 30 Class Central reviews

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AbdulWahid Muhammad Hussein Al-Harazi @Bshhr44

Thank you very much for your generous presence. I learned and benefited a lot from a simple and wonderful explanation
Rohit Sunil Jadhav

This teacher are so great because they know all information about solar technology asa well as required other knowledge for teaching to all students. So this course useful to all.
Gg IG

I recently completed the "Solar Energy Technology" course from NPTEL on YouTube, and it was an incredibly rewarding experience. As someone new to the field of solar energy, I found the course to be a great introduction, with each module offering cle…

I recently completed the "Solar Energy Technology" course from NPTEL on YouTube, and it was an incredibly rewarding experience. As someone new to the field of solar energy, I found the course to be a great introduction, with each module offering clear, detailed explanations of key concepts like solar radiation, photovoltaic cells, and solar thermal systems.

The course was well-organized and the instructor's explanations were easy to follow, using simple language and helpful visuals. I particularly appreciated how the content was broken down into manageable sections, and the real-life examples made everything feel practical and applicable. The hands-on assignments and simulations also gave me the chance to apply what I had learned.

One of the best parts of the course was the flexibility of YouTube, which allowed me to learn at my own pace and revisit any material I needed. Overall, this course has deepened my interest in solar energy, and I now feel more confident in my understanding of the technology.

I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in renewable energy or solar power. It’s a great starting point, and I’m grateful to NPTEL for offering such high-quality educational content for free.
Premanantha Madhavan C @watsapp

Thank you ... it is very useful .Really very nice. Top teachers from IIT teaches very well that all concepts gets cleared easily.i hope all students should enjoy this free contents with high benefits which will definitely help them in future
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SHIV KUMAR

Mujhe ess video se bhauth jaankari mili. Kaise solar kaam karta hai uski efficiency kab Jayda hoti hai kab Kam ho jaati hai.
Chaitanya Kulkarni

This course gives you an introduction to the fundamentals of solar power as it applies to solar panel system installations. You will learn to compare solar energy to other energy resources and explain how solar panels, or photovoltaics (PV for short…

This course gives you an introduction to the fundamentals of solar power as it applies to solar panel system installations. You will learn to compare solar energy to other energy resources and explain how solar panels, or photovoltaics (PV for short), convert sunlight to electricity. You will be able to identify the key components needed in a basic photovoltaic (solar panel) system, such as is found on a house or building, and explain the function of each component in the system. You will also learn how to calculate the electrical demand of a building, how to reduce the overall demand, and then how to design a solar panel system that can meet that annual demand at a given location. You will also compare the different types of pricing models that are being used and key regulatory considerations for grid tied systems (where a house or building is connected to the electrical grid and also generates electricity from solar panels). A capstone design project that entails both the simple audit of a building to determine demand, and a selection of components to design a solar panel system to meet that demand.
Lydiah Oguta @Chrome

Was an enjoyable class.i learnt a lot on different types of renewable ebergy.the class lecturer was clear enough and audible.cant wait for a next class.
Prasad Kokate

Really very nice. Top teachers from IIT teaches very well that all concepts gets cleared easily.i hope all students should enjoy this free contents with high benefits which will definitely help them in future
Ojara Laurence

It's gives it all and the class was wonderful. Thank Soo much.

I have learnt all the basic information on solar energy and it's applicable in today's life
John Wind Netala

Good content, good lecturers and the restriction of the numbers of students on the course really makes this learning very exclusive & one of the best in the industry. I would like to express in writing my appreciation at the professionalism and ease in which this course is conducted.
Bidyut Modak

Thank you very much for your generous presence.Well explained in detail. I have learnt all the basic information on solar energy and it's applicable in today's life.
Ashwin Parwana

It's gives it all and the class was wonderful. Thank Soo much.

I have learnt all the basic information on solar energy and it's applicable in today's life
Constantin Hillermeier

good course
I am very interested in electronic things so this lessons were great for me.
I lerned a lot of solar technology.
Aslam Channa

Good reviews the lecture is so much better than I thought knowledge is best I think I would use this in my future experience
Abdiqani Said Mohamud

Solar energy is any type of energy generated by the sun. Solar energy can be harnessed directly or indirectly for human use. These solar panels, mounted on a rooftop in Germany, harvest solar energy and convert it to electricity. Solar energy is any type of energy generated by the sun.
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Parveen Ansal

Its a very good course as per today’s time when we are talking about the RE and net carbon zero . The same can be achieved by implementing solar alongwith hydrogen . Clears the basic concept about solar energy. Thanks and Regards
Elton Chitsvare

What an awesome experience this has been, very insightful and technically equipping. This has changed my view of how technically it all works . Im grateful and i hope others who are passionate about learning will take this course as well.
Shiv Mishra

Thank you ... it is very useful .Really very nice. Top teachers from IIT teaches very well that all concepts gets cleared easily.
The way of teaching is outstanding and the quality and sound of video was crstal and clear.
Manish Kumar Sahu

This is a very good lacture who can join the solar industry and start the future with solar energy and also good for who are currently working with solar industries