NASA NTRS · 19940010257
Solar radiation on Mars: Stationary photovoltaic array
Abstract
Solar energy is likely to be an important power source for surface-based operation on Mars. Photovoltaic cells offer many advantages. In this article we have presented analytical expressions and solar radiation data for stationary flat surfaces (horizontal and inclined) as a function of latitude, season and atmospheric dust load (optical depth). The diffuse component of the solar radiation on Mars can be significant, thus greatly affecting the optimal inclination angle of the photovoltaic surface.
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Appelbaum, J., Sherman, I., Landis, G. A.. 1993-10-01. Solar radiation on Mars: Stationary photovoltaic array. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19940010257
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