Solar Radiation Enhancement with Reflected Light from Stationary Mirrors

Abstract

Solar radiation, an electromagnetic radiation which is emitted by the sun provides the heat and light required for life on Earth. This chapter primarily focuses on analyzing the approaches for solar radiation enhancement. It is common that Plants can benefit from radiation deflection in the direction of their growth in situations where plant growth is restricted by solar radiation intensity. An economical way of doing this is to use a convex mirror, adapted for the particular location, fixed above the target area so that no attention is required throughout the year or other period of use. Finally, it is concluded that an appropriately shaped, fixed, convex mirror can provide supplementary solar radiation to plants without any need for adjustment or maintenance during the period of use.