Irradiation in Radiation Formulas

Irradiation is the radiation flux incident on a surface from all directions. And is denoted by G. Irradiation is usually measured using the Watt per Square Meter for Heat Flux Density. Note that the value of Irradiation is always positive.

Radiation formulas that make use of Irradiation

fxRadiosity given Emissive Power and IrradiationGo

fxNet Energy Leaving given Radiosity and IrradiationGo

FAQ

What is the Irradiation?

Irradiation is the radiation flux incident on a surface from all directions. Irradiation is usually measured using the Watt per Square Meter for Heat Flux Density. Note that the value of Irradiation is always positive.

Can the Irradiation be negative?

No, the Irradiation, measured in Heat Flux Density cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Irradiation?

Irradiation is usually measured using the Watt per Square Meter[W/m²] for Heat Flux Density. Kilowatt per Square Meter[W/m²], Watt per Square Centimeter[W/m²], Watt per Square Inch[W/m²] are the few other units in which Irradiation can be measured.

Let Others Know

✖

Facebook

Twitter

Copied!