Exploring PV Systems for Disaster Relief

A retired SUNY Poly professor has just published a new book.

In Standalone Photovoltaic (PV) Systems for Disaster Relief and Remote Areas, Dr. Salahuddin Qazi explores the increased demand for energy, including clean energy alternatives and the ways that solar energy is fast becoming a vital source for meeting peak demand, a solution for energy demand in disaster and remote areas, and a viable source to meet emerging energy security needs.

In addition, the book discusses the use of solar PV systems to create environmentally friendly power systems for remote communities that can be operated independently, also comparing the costs, emissions, and practical applications of other technologies.

Prior to becoming an Emeritus Professor, Dr. Qazi spent a year completing a project on developing instructional material for a National Science Foundation-funded project on “Visualization and Manipulation of Nanoscale Components using Atomic Force Microscopy.”

Earning his Ph.D. in Electrical engineering from Loughborough University in the United Kingdom, Dr. Qazi taught at SUNY Poly for three decades, developing courses in the area of fiber optics, wireless communication, optical communications, nanotechnology, photovoltaic energy, computer and data communication. During his tenure at what was during that time known primarily as SUNYIT, he was chairman of the EET department, coordinator of the photonics program and Director of the Master of Science program in advanced technology, which he helped to develop.

Professor Qazi is a recipient of several awards including the William Goddel award for research creativity at SUNYIT and engineering professionalism by Mohawk Valley Engineering Executive Committee. Professor Qazi is a life member of IEEE and a member of American Society of Engineering Education.

Professor Qazi retired in August 2011 after teaching at SUNY Poly (then SUNYIT) for nearly 30 years.

Priced at $67.96, the 308 page is available through a myriad of booksellers, including Elsevier.