The Astronomical Almanac's algorithm for approximate solar position (1950 - 2050).
@article{Michalsky1988TheAA,
title={The Astronomical Almanac's algorithm for approximate solar position (1950 - 2050).},
author={Joseph J. Michalsky},
journal={Solar Energy},
year={1988},
volume={40},
pages={227-235}
}416 Citations
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