Spectral Characteristics of Solar Radiation

Spectral Characteristics of Solar Radiation: Applications in Photovoltaic Conversion brings together the multiple facets of the solar radiation spectrum and its impact on, and interaction with, photovoltaic applications. The first part of the book introduces spectral characteristics of solar radiation, covering various atmospheric factors, measurements, estimation, and modelling techniques. The second section focuses on the application of this knowledge to the design and implementation of photovoltaic devices. This is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and graduate students with an interest in solar radiation, measurement, and modelling, solar energy conversion, and photovoltaics, as well as engineers, developers, and technicians involved in the development and operation of photovoltaics and solar power plants.

• Covers a broad range of factors related to the spectral properties of solar radiation
• Takes a systematic approach, offering both detailed descriptions as well as mathematical tools
• Enables the reader to gain a clear understanding of the key aspects in solar energy conversion for spectrally-dependent devices