A satellite is subjected to solar energy at a rate of 95 Btu/h ft². The absorptivity of the surface is 0.80 and its emissivity is 0.65. Determine the equilibrium temperature of the satellite.

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A satellite is subjected to solar energy at a rate of 95 Btu/h ft². The absorptivity of the
surface is 0.80 and its emissivity is 0.65. Determine the equilibrium temperature of the
satellite.
Transcribed Image Text:1.49 A satellite is subjected to solar energy at a rate of 95 Btu/h ft². The absorptivity of the surface is 0.80 and its emissivity is 0.65. Determine the equilibrium temperature of the satellite.
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