Photovoltaic applications definition and photovoltaic system definition study in the agricultural sector. Volume II. Technical results

Technical Report · Thu May 01 04:00:00 EDT 1980

OSTI ID:5323458

Mengel, R W; Nadolski, T P; Sparks, D C; Young, S K; Yingst, A

This volume describes the technical results of the study of potential photovoltaic (P/V) applications in US agriculture. The results presented address all technical aspects of the program and include a summary of agricultural energy consumption. The objectives of the technical effort reported have been to: (1) identify and characterize agricultural energy demands that can effectively use P/V power systems; (2) develop effective P/V system designs for the four most promising applications; (3) determine performance and cost-estimates for the designs; and (4) recommend systems for early test and demonstration and critical issues requiring further systems studies. The farms chosen for conceptual design include: (1) poultry layer farm, (2) hog production farm, (3) beef feedlot, and (4) year-round vegetable farm. (WHK)

• Research Organization: BDM Corp., McLean, VA (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC04-76DP00789
• OSTI ID: 5323458
• Report Number(s): SAND-79-7018/2
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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