Tilt Factor for Beam Radiation in Solar Energy Systems Formulas

Tilt factor for beam radiation is defined as the ratio of beam radiation flux falling on a tilted surface to that falling on an horizontal surface. And is denoted by r_b.

Solar Energy Systems formulas that make use of Tilt Factor for Beam Radiation

fxInstantaneous collection efficiency of concentrating collectorGo

fxInstantaneous collection efficiency of concentrating collector on basis of beam radiationGo

fxUseful heat gain when collection efficiency is presentGo

fxFlux absorbed in compound parabolic collectorGo

FAQ

What is the Tilt Factor for Beam Radiation?

Tilt factor for beam radiation is defined as the ratio of beam radiation flux falling on a tilted surface to that falling on an horizontal surface.

Can the Tilt Factor for Beam Radiation be negative?

{YesorNo}, the Tilt Factor for Beam Radiation, measured in {OutputVariableMeasurementName} {CanorCannot} be negative.

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