Fraction solar power due to UV

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The fraction of solar energy attributable to UV radiation is a critical factor in solar panel efficiency. To calculate the impact of excluding UV frequencies, one must integrate the spectral density specifically over the UV wavelength range. Referencing "Fundamentals of Heat & Mass Transfer" by Incropera & DeWitt provides foundational knowledge necessary for these calculations. Understanding this relationship allows for more accurate predictions of solar energy capture.

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Hello,

I was wondering what fraction of the energy delivered by the sun is due to UV-radiation. For example, when I have a solar panel which "catches" 1kJ of solar energy. What will happen if there would be no UV frequencies in the solar spectrum? How many percent less energy will I capture? Can I calculate this myself?

Thanks in advance
 
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You would integrate the spectral density over just the wavelength of UV instead of all wavelenghs as is usually done. See Fundamentals of Heat & Mass Transfer, Incropera & DeWitt or any other good undergraduate heat transfer textbook.
 

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