Application of optical fibers to the transmission of solar radiation
Journal Article
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· J. Appl. Phys.; (United States)
The application of optical fibers to the transmission of solar radiation is discussed. Attenuations of the extraterrestrial solar radiation spectrum in optical fiber materials, fused-silica and soda-lime-silicate glass, are calculated based on intrinsic attenuation mechanisms. It is shown that fused-silica-core optical fibers transmit solar radiation effectively over distances of about 40 m. Possible areas of application of optical fibers to the solar energy utilization systems are suggested. (AIP)
- Research Organization:
- Electrotechnical Laboratory, The Agency of Industrial Science and Technology, Ministry of International Trade and Industry, Tanashi, Tokyo, Japan
- OSTI ID:
- 7355539
- Journal Information:
- J. Appl. Phys.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Appl. Phys.; (United States) Vol. 47:10; ISSN JAPIA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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