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Dirty panels that provide less that maximum solar power can be expensive. To keep those solar panels working at peak efficiency, clean them periodically with a non-abrasive cloth and a soft soap. In between major cleanings, you can use a hose for a quick rinse. Keeping your solar panels clean is the best way to ensure that your electric meter runs backwards rather than forwards.
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What are the disadvanteges of using solar power?
Solar panels are very expensive to make ad they require maintenance to keep up, there is also not a lot of space for the panels.
What is the best time to harvest the sun's ray for a solar power plant?
Ideally, you would leave your solar panels out year-round, and just keep them clean and free of debris (leaves, etc.) to get as much a return on them as possible.
What are examples of solar satellites?
In one sense all the planets are solar satellites, that is, they orbit the sun, just as the moon is Earth's satellite. So Mars, Venus, Earth and all the planets are solar satellites.In another sense a solar satellite could be any of Earth's artificial satellites, because most of them use solar panels to generate the electricity they need to keep sending data back to Earth.
Why are solar cell panels used in artificial satellites?
There is an abundance of solar power in space, and a shortage of any other power. Satellites need power, and it would be difficult to get power to them any other way. Batteries would eventually run out, so a way of producing power needs to be included with the satellite. Solar cells are used for electric for the space hubs and satellite to keep it working.
Do astronauts keep their quarters clean?
Yes they have to keep it clean, otherwise the dirt will float about andcause problems, they use a vacuum cleaner.
Why is it a good idea to keep trees away from solar panels?
This because the solar panels absorb sunlight and the trees block their way so it is not a good idea
What are the disadvanteges of using solar power?
Solar panels are very expensive to make ad they require maintenance to keep up, there is also not a lot of space for the panels.
What is the best time to harvest the sun's ray for a solar power plant?
Ideally, you would leave your solar panels out year-round, and just keep them clean and free of debris (leaves, etc.) to get as much a return on them as possible.
How do solar panels keep your bills down?
Solar panels generate electricity. You can use this yourself, or sell it to the electricity company. Either way you can reduce your electricity bills.
Why is the back of solar panels insulated?
To keep heat energy from emiiting out of the object
What are advantages of solar panel?
Solar energy is a clean, renewable resource, meaning that it gives off almost no waste and the sun is an infinite resource for fuel. They provide fairly good amounts of energy, and help to keep the environment clean and un-polluted. Solar panels are also pretty neat looking, too!saving money on electric bill
How heavy is a solar panel?
Solar panels weigh anywhere from 3.5 pounds to 4 pounds per square foot. Larger panels can weigh as much as 14 pounds. It is important to keep in mind the age of the property when determining how much the solar panels weigh and how much the property can handle.
Why are solar panels not widely used?
My guess is that integrating solar panels into pre-existing energy networks would be difficult and costly. You also have to wonder how many solar panels we would need to replace the electricity we use. I imagine it would take very many solar panels just to keep a corporate building in power. I assume there would also be much protest towards solar panels coming from the electric companies. If we all switched to solar, the electric companies would either go out of of business or be forced to convert.
Do solar panels really save as much money as they cost?
No, solar panels currently do not save as much money as they cost. However, if you are to keep them in good working shape for 15+ years then you may recoup your investment.
What are some people doing about energy use?
Use solar panels, keep lights off, etc.
How much maintenance do solar panels need?
Solar panels don't need very much maintenance- just a little wipe once in a while to keep excess grime off them. If branches or bad weather wreck your panel, make sure to do something about it fast. Solar Panels are VERY durable and the only surface that could be wrecked is the glass top.The important thing is to keep the panels operating as efficiently as possible, and the biggest cause of this inefficiency is dirt or bird droppings or leaves . Tilted panels at more than 10 degrees are ok because they will be washed clean by rain, but for anything less than you'll have to get on the roof and physically hose them down. There is no need to get some special equipment or firm to do it: because my panels are on a flat roof at a 4 degree angle I know they will have to be cleaned periodically, but that will have to be my son-in-law's job to get up there and hose them down!
Where can I find instructions on how to make my own solar panels?
DIY.com and Popsci.com have some hobbyist type solar projects. However an actual solar panel is usually made out of silicon or Gallium Arsenide in a Fab(fabrication facility) that might cost hundreds of millions of dollars. There are several books available on Amazon.com that contain information on making solar panels. Keep in mind that actual construction of solar panels, as opposed to off the shelf components, will be fairly expensive.
