If you shined a laser on a solar panel would the solar panel generate energy?
Posted by Michelle in solar energy panel on November 23, 2010
This is for my science fair and I’m testing if i shine a laser pointer threw a colored glass onto a solar panel if it would change the voltage. My friend said that the solar panel wouldn’t be able to detect the small dot of the laser on the large surface area of the solar panel.
Surely you just try it and see….your friend is probably correct but this can still be a good project, just showing that you can’t get much ( if any ) power back from the laser dot.
Then put the laser through a spreader lens ( making a spreading circle of light) and shine that at your solar panel.
But if you are using a red laser…. solar panels are not usually responsive to red radiation – green would be much better.
Hey – this can be good fun…. no matter what your results, write them up properly and you’ll have a winner 
which Items should be considered to design a (Renewable Energy Based) Electricity Power Generator?
Posted by Michelle in home wind power generator on November 23, 2010
Suppose that we want to produce electricity demands of a village with 200 person population by renewable sources (wind-solar-biogas-…). if we need 500w per capita, and our primary need is generating electricity for five 40w lamp, and a refrigerator.what are the steps to design, build and run a rural renewable power plant? shall we make the power station centralized or is it better to make a each home an individual power station.
consume that the region have a good solar radiation of more than 5500 (whr/m2day).
what are the considerations?
what should I consider in calculations?
what do i need to mention , in designing?
which tools or equipments shall I have?
how much money should I spend on this project?
calculate connected load 4 each house(suppose 100 watts for five energy savers. 100 Watts for a fan. 200 watts for fridge ctc. add them. calculate connected load of all houses. add 20% safety factor. conclude capacity of wind form /solar panel. It may cost us$ 1.5 millions -2millions/ megawatt( i megawatts=1000kilowatts and 1 kilowatt=1000 watts
In all honesty, what do you think of this story idea that I made up?
Posted by Michelle in home made wind power on November 23, 2010
TITLE: The Last Ghost Walker
PLOT: Quentin Striker is exiled from his home town when it is discovered that he has the forbidden talent as a Ghost Walker – someone with the magical ability to travel the Underworld and communicate with the spirits of the dead. Since news travels fast in his world, Quentin knows that the only place safe enough for him is not on the world; but under it…
… in the Underworld! Walking throughout the Realm of the Dead, Quentin learns many things of both of the world above, the world bellow, and the world of magic. However, the thirteen-year-old also discovers that an alliance of Goblins, Trolls, Cyclops, Men, Sorcerers, and Ogres has been formed. And that they are using the Underworld as a secret base to plan out an invasion of the world above. At first, Quentin doesn’t care about the alliance because it was the men above that forced him to live in the Underworld in the first place.
Then, Ovid – the ghost magician who is acting as his guide through the Realm of the Dead – informs him that the mastermind behind the alliance actually wants to destroy the world. And he will do this and more if the war is allowed to progress. The war will get far too out of hand because the Underworld will be pushed to the limit with newcomers. The laws and order of nature will be torn, destroying not only the world but also the Univserse! This will also destroy the Underworld, Quentin’s only haven no matter how bleak it may be.
So it is that Quentin agrees to embark on a quest across the Underworld to the Surface Porthole (the exit to the world above) nearest to the royal palace in an attempt to inform the king of the dark alliance that is massing their forces right under his nose! Along the way, the young Ghost Walker must learn to use his powers of controlling, communicating, and summoning the dead for that can act as proof of his otherwise seemingly wild tale. Yet these studies are not like your general schollastics level and even studying hardcore magic is tougher. To make matters worse, the dark alliance gets wind to the companions’s quest and send the Hounds of Hell after them along with a horde of other monsters.
Will Quentin Striker succeed in his quest? Or will the entire Univserse be destroyed?
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Well, that’s about it. As you can imagine from the story blurb, Romance isn’t such a biggy in this story. Nonetheless, I may just fit some in with a girl from the court. Also, Quentin is only thirteen. Time passes differently in the Underworld so I may make him grow in years during his quest. Most likely, he’ll turn fourteen in the next book if I write this. It is by no means a children’s book even though the guy is practically a child. I chose the age "13" because that is the general age of "Awakening" in most fantasy stories.
So what do you think? Is the story any good? Has it been used before? Is it too typical? Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks a ton in advance! 
P.S. If I write this story, the first battle will pick up in book two when Quentin is 14 and his powers are more developed. He still has a lot to learn and has delivered the news in the nick of time. In addition, I made up my mind that Quentin and the princess will become friends after he succeeds in his quest. In part 2, there will be more of a serious relationship beginning if you know what I mean.
Oops! I just reread my synopsis and realized that I should have writen "that even studying hardcore magic is easier" instead of harder. Underworld Magic is the toughest form of wizardry there is as it isn’t a natural thing for one to be born with for the Underworld is the home of the dead and not the living. Get it?
I like the idea, but something about your title seems a little…meh. I think you can do better!
It sounds pretty interesting, and I like your characters. Especially your Ovid…something about the way Ghost Magician sounds is just awesome!
And you know, I do love a good universe-hangs-in-the-balance story…^_^
Solar Power
Posted by Michelle in solar power panels on November 18, 2010
Harish Hande, Managing Director, SELCO Solar Light India talks to Surabhi Agarwal about the disconnect between the policies being framed in the this content at the centre and what is happening at the groundlevel.
Duration : 0:3:52
Hybrid Energy System: Solar Panels, Wind Turbine, Solar Hot Water Heater, & TED 5000, iPad
Posted by Michelle in solar panels energy on November 18, 2010
Renewable Energy: AET 64 sqft Solar Hot Water Heater System, 5.1kw, 24 Sanyo HIT 215 Watt solar panels, SMA 5000US Inverter, A.R.E. 2.5 kw Wind Turbine, SMA 3000US Inverter, TED 5000 (The Energy Detective), iPad Display
Duration : 0:8:36
Electric Bike / Scooter Solar Panels A123 Battery in Funny Solar Cycle electro Dub DIY
Posted by Michelle in solar energy panels on November 18, 2010
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Create your own solar panel with our home solar energy kits – Earth 4 Energy
Posted by Michelle in solar energy panel on November 18, 2010
Create your own solar panel with our home solar energy kits – Earth 4 Energy
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So, you are interested in knowing how to generate power and reduce your electricity bills, than you have come to the right place.
With the ever increasing costs of living and global warming, there should be better time when we stop throwing money out the window and save some by starting to generate our own electricity.
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Why pay a huge amount like $1000’s for utilization of solar or wind power when you can have the opportunity to build your own home made solar system for less than $200.
That’s right, there are guides that teach you everything you need to know about generating your own electricity by using wind and solar power. With the complete step-by-step setup fully illustrated manuals and easy to follow video instructions present in the guide you will be able to create renewable energy at home.
Solar and wind power systems brought from the market costs higher but the guide and the program in it gives you the information that is required to get the same results at a tiny price.
Once you have learned and ready to build and install your alternate power supply, you will save hundreds of dollars on your electricity bill. You need not have to build a 500 hundred foot high wind turbine to save lots of money on energy, a much smaller can be built by following the instructions present in the Earth4Energy kit.
The Earth4Energy kit is the best system for people who are looking to save money on their home energy bill and want to build a energy generator at home .There is no other kit out there in the market like Earth4Energy that explains clearly with manuals or even includes videos. The Earth4Energy kit is available online for purchase. Many people can now have access to alternative solar and wind energy.
The Earth4Energy kit suggests one of those popular alternative energy devices that prove to drop home energy costs by 50-80%. The kit also shares information on where to purchase free batteries required for your project. These batteries store the alternative energy making it a portable energy resource. You can take them anywhere, for any use!
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How To Design Solar Wind Power System At Home
Posted by Michelle in home wind power systems on November 18, 2010
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Wind Power Generator and Solar Panels For Home Use
Posted by Michelle in home wind power generator on November 18, 2010
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Getting or building a wind power generator and solar panel for home use is quickly becoming an attractive option for many environmentally conscious homeowners. Alternative energy sources are looking quite feasible in helping to alleviate both environmental damage and fuel shortage related to the use of fossil fuels. If we manage to develop these budding fields properly, we may eventually wean ourselves off of our reliance on coal, oil, and gas. This will not only stabilize our power generation, but also result in many benefits to the environment as we use renewable, green ways of making energy. Thus, the need for a wind power generator and solar panel for home use.
These electricity generators are becoming more and more commonplace as people install more of them both on large and small scales. They are machines that can convert the natural breeze-induced mechanical movements into electricity. Thus, they only need this force of nature to produce energy, which is free, essentially unlimited or renewable, and all natural. This basic concept of harnessing the energy all around us is what lies behind any good renewable energy source.
Some background on the concept behind using a wind power generator and solar panel for home use would be useful to have. Generators work by transforming physical motion, usually rotation, into electricity using strong permanent magnets. Turbines then work on the same essential principle, using natural flows to turn blades, which then produce electricity in conjunction with magnets. Both direct and alternating current may be produced by generators (for AC, the term used is usually alternator instead of generator, but the concept is basically the same). The electricity produced can then be wired to devices for immediate usage, stored in batteries, or even wired back into the power grid for other users.
Most renewable energy sources require a higher capital outlay than conventional fossil fuel power generation. This is because the technology for these new energy sources is much younger and less understood and developed than the older technologies. However, as interest in these sources continues, technological and engineering developments should make costs more manageable. In fact, at present, many systems are already being made available for residential use. This is why it is relatively easy to get your hands on a homemade windmill/turbine.
Of course, harnessing the breeze would not necessarily be efficient for every single home and location. There needs to be, first and foremost, enough available space for the turbine. The amount of space and clearance required varies from setup to setup: some can be mounted on roofs while others need freestanding towers. Remember that the strength of this force of nature would also not be constant throughout the year, meaning other sources must also be used. Getting a wind power generator and solar panel for home use is still a great, green idea, however.
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Rooftop Small Home Wind Turbine Interview from Honeywell
Posted by Michelle in home wind power generation on November 18, 2010
HomeFixated interviews Sarah Jenan from Windtronics about their new 6 foot diamter small wind turbine for electrical power generation. We ask about residential wind turnbine use, costs, and about ideal installations.
Duration : 0:4:38
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