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Physical and Optical Properties of Ultra-black Nickel–Phosphorus for a Total Solar Irradiance Measurement
27 May 2020, 16:00 UTC
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Franciele Carlesso et al 2020 ApJS 248 4
To quantify the total solar irradiance at the top of the atmosphere, we need radiometers whose sensors are coated in an efficient absorber; ultra-black Nickel–Phosphorus may be an ideal candidate for this material.