Publication Date:
2011-08-18
Description:
Power systems integration in large flexible space structures is discussed with emphasis upon body control. A solar array is discussed as a typical example of spacecraft configuration problems. Information on how electric batteries dominate life-cycle costs is presented in chart form. Information is given on liquid metal droplet generators and collectors, hot spot analysis, power dissipation in solar arrays, solar array protection optimization, and electromagnetic compatibility for a power system platform.
Keywords:
SPACECRAFT PROPULSION AND POWER
Type:
NASA. Lewis Research Center Large Space Systems(Propulsion Interactions; p 239-255
Format:
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