Solar and infrared radiation measurements
By: Frank Vignola, Joseph Michalsky, Thomas Stoffel
Contributors: Michalsky, Joseph; Stoffel, Thomas L.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Boca Raton, FL
Language: eng
Number of pages: 394
ISBN-13: 9781439851890
Subjects: Radiometers; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Power Resources / Electrical; Solar radiation; Measurement; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Sensors; TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Power Resources / Alternative & Renewable
Description: "Written for students and professionals, this reference explores the various types of solar radiation measurements and how they operate. The book gives the reader a step-by-step approach to the set-up, operation, and maintenance of a solar monitoring station. The book provides the background and terminology needed to understand the uses and requirements of various solar monitoring radiometers, and it gives an overview of the various solar radiation instruments. It also discusses the calibration and maintenance necessary for instruments in the lab and field, as well as covering the traceability of calibrations to international standards"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.