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Solar Energy in Agriculture: Principles and Applications (Hardback, Priyabrata Santra, Ranjay Kumar Singh, Surendra Poonia & Dilip Jain)

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The book 'Solar Energy in Agriculture: Principles and Applications' provides a comprehensive exploration of how solar energy can be leveraged within the agricultural sector. Authored by experts Priyabrata Santra, Ranjay Kumar Singh, Surendra Poonia, and Dilip Jain, this hardback spans 23 insightful chapters touching upon critical themes, including the principles of solar energy, its technologies, and its various applications in farm operations and postharvest processes. The first two chapters critically examine the current state and future prospects of solar energy in Indian agriculture. Subsequent chapters are dedicated to the in-depth discussion of solar thermal and photovoltaic innovations, covering essential topics such as solar cookers, dryers, PV pumping systems, and economic analyses of solar energy devices. Ideal for students, researchers, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders, this book is an important resource for understanding the viability and implementation of solar energy in agriculture, illuminating pathways for sustainable agricultural practices.

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Comprehensive Coverage 23 chapters covering theory, technology, and practical applications of solar energy in agriculture.
Expert Authors Written by experts with extensive experience in renewable energy and agricultural innovation.
Future-oriented Insights into the future prospects of solar energy in agriculture in India.
Broad Application Discusses various applications including cooling, irrigation, and food processing.
Research and Practical Insight Balanced perspective for researchers, stakeholders, and practitioners in the field.
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Title Solar Energy in Agriculture: Principles and Applications
Authors Priyabrata Santra, Ranjay Kumar Singh, Surendra Poonia, Dilip Jain
Format Hardback
Total Chapters 23
Language English
ISBN 978-XYZ-1234567
Publisher Springer
Publication Year 2023

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Brand: NIPA

Country of Origin: India

The book under discussion concentrates on the extensive use and generation of solar energy in the Agriculture sector. The author has elaborately discussed the fundamental principles and technologies of solar energy resources in the subsequent chapters. The book comprises of 23 chapters in total, out of which the first two chapters delve into the present and future prospects of solar energy utilization in the agriculture sector in India. The subsequent eight chapters (Chapter No. 3-10) provide a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles of solar photovoltaic and thermal technologies. The last 13 chapters (Chapter No. 11-23) highlight the applications of solar thermal and photovoltaic technologies in various farm operations and postharvest processing in the agriculture sector. The book is an essential resource for students, researchers, stakeholders, entrepreneurs, and other interested individuals, as it offers in-depth information and valuable insights on solar energy and its applications in agriculture.

1. Energy Requirements in Agriculture and Renewable Energy Options for Future

Priyabrata Santra and O.P. Yadav

2. A Brief Overview of Solar Energy Initiatives in India: Past, Present and Future

 P.C. Pande

3. Solar Passive Techniques for Cooling in Arid Region

Dilip Jain

4. Theory of Solar Thermal Technology and its Application in Agriculture

 N.M. Nahar

5. Fundamental Theories and Laws of Solar Radiation and Solar PV Technology

 Priyabrata Santra and S. Poonia

6. Solar Cooker and Dryer: Basic Design Criteria

 N. M. Nahar

7. Mathematical Model of Solar Air Heater for Performance Evaluation

  Rajendra Karwa

8. Basic Principles of Flat Plate and Evacuated Tube Collectors in Solar Water Heater

 Surendra Poonia, A.K. Singh, Priyabrata Santra and R.K. Singh

9. Basic Principles of Solar Refrigeration and its Applications

 Priyabrata Santra, S. Poonia and R.K. Singh

10. Theory on Solar Air Heaters and its Application in Cold Region

   R.K. Singh, Priyabrata Santra and S. Poonia

11. Animal Feed Solar Cooker, Solar Candle Device and Passive Cool Chamber: Principles and Applications

 A. K. Singh and S. Poonia

12. Concentrating Type of Collectors and their Potential Applications

 Priyabrata Santra, S. Poonia and R.K. Singh

13. Solar PV Pumping System for Irrigation: Principles and Applications

   Priyabrata Santra, P.C. Pande, A.K. Singh, R.K. Singh

14. PVHybrid Structures for Cultivation of Crops in Arid Region

  A. K. Singh, S. Poonia and Priyabrata Santra

15. Solar PV Devices for Application of Chemicals in Crop Fields: PV Operated Duster and Sprayer

  Priyabrata Santra, P.C. Pande, R.K. Singh, D. Jain, S. Ansari S. Thakur, P.C. Bawankar

16. Field Performance of a Solar PV Pumping System: A Case Study with 1 HP Solar Pump

 Priyabrata Santra, A.K. Singh, P.C. Pande, and R.K. Singh

17. Phase Change Material Based Solar Dryer for Value Addition of Agricultural Produce

 Dilip Jain and Soma Srivastava

18. Application of PCM Materials in Temperature Regulation Inside Protected Agriculture System

 Priyabrata Santra, P.C. Pande, A.K. Singh, S. Poonia

19. Economic Analysis of Solar Energy Devices

 Priyabrata Santra, S. Poonia and R.K. Singh

20. Advances in Solar Photovoltaic Technology: Monocrystalline to Flexible Solar Panels

 P.C. Pande

21. Phase Change Materials -A Sustainable Way of Solar Thermal Energy Storage

 Abhishek Anand, A. Shukla, Atul Sharma

22. Passive and Hybrid Cooling Systems for Building in Hot and Dry Climatic Condition

 S.P. Singh and Digvijay Singh

23. Solar Drying in Food Processing and Effect on Quality Parameters

 Soma Srivastava and Dilip Jain




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Solar Energy in Agriculture: Principles and Applications (Hardback, Priyabrata Santra, Ranjay Kumar Singh, Surendra Poonia & Dilip Jain)

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