Solar radiation in relation to altitude and humidity

Authors

  • N. C. Majumdar Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur
  • S. B. Kaushik Defence Laboratory, Jodhpur

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14429/dsj.13.7107

Keywords:

Solar radiation, Humidity, Atmosphere

Abstract

A simplified theory of attenuation of incoming direct total solar radiation as a function of humidity of the atmosphere and local altitude under clear sky condition with minimal dust and smoke content has been presented. For this purpose the atmosphere has been idealised and broadly divided into two components-one responsible for absorption and the other, for scattering and reflection. The equation has been developed with the object of predicting local solar radiation from a knowledge of local humidity and altitude, with the help of simple charts.

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Published

2014-05-08

How to Cite

Majumdar, N. C., & Kaushik, S. B. (2014). Solar radiation in relation to altitude and humidity. Defence Science Journal, 13(4), 243–248. https://doi.org/10.14429/dsj.13.7107

Issue

Vol. 13 No. 4

Section

Research Papers

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