Handbook of artificial intelligence techniques in photovoltaic systems : modeling control optimization forecasting and fault diagnosis Handbook of artificial intelligence techniques in photovoltaic systems provides readers with a comprehensive and detailed overview of the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in PV systems. Covering up to date research and methods of how when and why to use and apply AI techniques in solving most photovoltaic problems this book will serve as a complete reference in applying intelligent techniques and algorithms to increase the efficiency of PV systems. Each chapter solves specific problem and can stand independently; this detailed book contains problem solving data for challenges including optimization advanced control output power forecasting fault detection identification and localization and real time implementation of designed intelligent models (into FPGAs DSPs or MCs) and smart monitoring systems. Back cover