Listing of solar radiation measuring equipment and glossary

Technical Report · Thu Jul 01 04:00:00 EDT 1976

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/7108782· OSTI ID:7108782

Carter, E A; Greenbaum, S A; Patel, A M

This report is organized to list and provide all available information about solar radiation measuring equipment which are being manufactured and are available on the market. The list is in tabular form and includes sensor type, response time, cost data and comments for each model. A cost code has been included which shows ranges only, due to price fluctuations and because some manufacturers are reluctant to publish their prices. In some instances a price is given for a particular date, but this is subject to change at the manufacturer's or dealer's discretion. An equipment vs. cost matrix for that equipment for which cost information is available is presented. Diagrams of insolation and basic instruments used in the measurement of solar radiation are included. A form has been designed to provide a complete profile and intended applications for each model of equipment on the market. This form was developed during the course of the research period to standardize and organize all pertinent data for potential use in a published catalog. To further extend the information presented in the listing, an address list is provided. Every manufacturer included in the equipment listing is identified with an appropriate address. Any additional information not included in the listing may be obtained by contacting the manufacturer. A Glossary of Solar Radiation Terms frequently used with solar radiation measurement and equipment is included.

• Research Organization: Alabama Univ., Huntsville (USA). Center for Environmental and Energy Studies
• OSTI ID: 7108782
• Report Number(s): DSE-1024-1; ERDA/NASA/31293-76/3
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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47 OTHER INSTRUMENTATION
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COST
DIRECT ENERGY CONVERTERS
INFORMATION
INSOLATION
MEASURING INSTRUMENTS
PHOTOELECTRIC CELLS
PHOTOMETERS
PHOTOVOLTAIC CELLS
PYRANOMETERS
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SOLAR FLUX
TABLES
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