Analysis of Linke turbidity index from solar measurements in Mexico
Abstract
The atmospheric Linke Turbidity index is determined from solar radiation measurements of global irradiance for different weather stations of México. The Linke turbidity index is obtained from ESRA clear sky model by adjusting the index value that gives the smallest difference between the model and the measured irradiances. Clear days were identified in the solar database of selected stations and the monthly mean value for the turbidity is compared with Linke values worldwide provided from Meteotest through their internet services. Significant differences are found in some cases; but in most cases, the measured variability shows agreement with the Meteotest values.
- Publication:
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SolarPACES 2017: International Conference on Concentrating Solar Power and Chemical Energy Systems
- Pub Date:
- November 2018
- DOI:
- 10.1063/1.5067199
- Bibcode:
- 2018AIPC.2033s0014R