Solar Thermo-Electric Generator (STEG): A promising new technology
A promising new technology is emerging in the solar renewable spectrum that uses Sun’s heat to produce electricity. The product is called Solar Thermo-electric generator (STEG) and uses Seebeck effect…
How to make a Zero Carbon home
In the 1960’s when the environmental movement begun and the concept of energy conservation took root. The idea of constructing Zero Carbon homes gained momentum in the wake of Kyoto…
The Coefficient of Drag Story
The tale of the coefficient of drag is almost a century old. The recent past however is a good starting point. The year 2000 was a remarkable year for the…
Formula for Calculating Wave Power
Wave phenomenon is complex. When wind blows over water, portion of the energy is imparted on the water interface. The continuation of this process keeps on adding momentum to the…
All you need to know about Solar Radiation
Solar Radiation is extremely important not just to mankind but for life in general on our planet. It is what makes our planet habitable. It provides sustenance to earth’s eco-systems.…