Light absorption measurements: new techniques

A new radiometer is described which simplifies measurement of the radiation supply of solar wavelengths. Two methods of measuring the radiant energy absorbed by aerosol particles are described: A photometric technique is used for particles collected on filters, and a calorimetric technique is used f...

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Published in:Applied optics (2004) 1982-02, Vol.21 (3), p.382-386
Main Authors: Hänel, G, Busen, R, Hillenbrand, C, Schloss, R
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:A new radiometer is described which simplifies measurement of the radiation supply of solar wavelengths. Two methods of measuring the radiant energy absorbed by aerosol particles are described: A photometric technique is used for particles collected on filters, and a calorimetric technique is used for in situ measurements. Data collected with the radiometer and the light absorption techniques yield the heating rate of the atmosphere due to light absorption by the particles. Sample measurements show substantial atmospheric temperature increases due to absorption, especially in industrial regions.
ISSN:1559-128X
DOI:10.1364/AO.21.000382