Solar position algorithm for solar radiation applications

2003/12/31 by Ibrahim Reda, Afshin Andreas · 1,185 citations
Computer Science · Physics and Astronomy · #Azimuth #Computer science #Geodesy #Geology #Meteorology #Optics #Physics #Position (finance) #Remote sensing #Solar Radiation and Photovoltaics #Solar and Space Plasma Dynamics #Solar zenith angle #Zenith

paper · doi:10.1016/j.solener.2003.12.003

published in Solar Energy 76(5), 577-589 (Elsevier BV)

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