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A solar radiation sensor (also called a pyranometer) is a device that measures the total solar energy received on a surface over time, typically expressed in watts per square meter (W/m²). A solar radiation sensor measures global solar radiation, which includes Direct solar radiation – sunlight that travels straight from the sun; Diffuse solar radiation – sunlight scattered by clouds, dust, or atmospheric particles; Reflected radiation – sunlight bounced off nearby surfaces (depends on sensor placement).Most popular related searches
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- Meteorology & climate .......................... Track solar input for weather, climate, and energy models
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A solar radiation sensor contains a photosensitive diode or filter that converts light in the 400–700 nm range into an electrical signal. The signal is calibrated to give a readout in µmol/m²/s, representing the photon flux density available for photosynthesis.