Publication Date:
2019-06-28
Description:
Long-term, highly reliable, flexible power will be required to support many diverse activities on Mars and for rapid development of the Mars environment. The potential of laser power transmission for supporting science, materials processing, transportation, and human habitats is discussed. Some advantageous locations for laser power stations in Mars orbit are developed.
Keywords:
SPACECRAFT PROPULSION AND POWER
Type:
AAS PAPER 87-225
Format:
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