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solar sensor [′sō·lər ′sen·sər] (electronics) A light-sensitive diode that sends a signal to the attitude-control system of a spacecraft when it senses the sun. Also known as sun sensor. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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It also eliminates the need for a separate solar sensor that many current systems employ to help measure the solar loads on occupants. An awareness of the polycarbonate sheeting is unavoidable; its light infuses the whole space and when it is too bright, a solar sensor activates internal blinds which drop down from the plywood-sheeted ceiling to cover its fractal glow. Developed by Hideo Kojima, the creator of the internationally acclaimed Metal Gear Solid(R) game series, Boktai features a uniquely designed built-in solar sensor on the Game Boy(R) Advance cartridge that absorbs sunlight to influence the outcome of the game. |
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