Author : H. Brown (Researcher on space power and propulsion)
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Page : 0 pages
File Size : 18,48 MB
Release : 1964
Category : Electric power systems
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Author : National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 35,32 MB
Release : 2018-06-19
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ISBN : 9781721286133
This paper discusses the space mission applicability and benefits of a thin-film integrated power generation and energy storage device, i.e., an "Integrated Power Source" or IPS. The characteristics of an IPS that combines thin-film photo-voltaic power generation with thin-film energy storage are described. Mission concepts for a thin-film IPS as a spacecraft main electrical power system, as a decentralized or distributed power source and as an uninterruptible power supply are discussed. For two specific missions, preliminary sizing of an IPS as a main power system is performed and benefits are assessed. IPS developmental challenges that need to be overcome in order to realize the benefits of an IPS are examined. Based on this preliminary assessment, it is concluded that the most likely and beneficial application of an IPS will be as the main power system on a very small "nanosatellite," or in specialized applications serving as a decentralized or distributed power source or uninterruptible power supply. Hoffman, David and Raffaelle, Ryne P. and Landis, Geoffrey A. and Hepp, Aloysius F. Glenn Research Center NASA/TM-2001-211097, E-12940, IECEC2001-AT-21, NAS 1.15:211097
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Page : 1540 pages
File Size : 27,32 MB
Release : 1972-10
Category : Nuclear energy
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Author : William R. Corliss
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Page : 18 pages
File Size : 11,7 MB
Release : 1970
Category : Space vehicles
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Page : 12 pages
File Size : 43,18 MB
Release : 2001
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Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 33,50 MB
Release : 2001-11-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309075978
In March 2000, NASA's Office of Space Flight asked the Aeronautics and Space Engineering Board of the National Research Council to perform an independent assessment of the space solar power program's technology investment strategy to determine its technical soundness and its contribution to the roadmap that NASA has developed for this program. The program's investment strategy was to be evaluated in the context of its likely effectiveness in meeting the program's technical and economic objectives.
Author : Paul A. Czysz
Publisher : Springer
Page : 515 pages
File Size : 17,11 MB
Release : 2017-08-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 3662547449
The updated and expanded third edition of this book focuses on the multi-disciplinary coupling between flight-vehicle hardware alternatives and enabling propulsion systems. It discusses how to match near-term and far-term aerospace vehicles to missions and provides a comprehensive overview of the subject, directly contributing to the next-generation space infrastructure, from space tourism to space exploration. This holistic treatment defines a mission portfolio addressing near-term to long-term space transportation needs covering sub-orbital, orbital and escape flight profiles. In this context, a vehicle configuration classification is introduced covering alternatives starting from the dawn of space access. A best-practice parametric sizing approach is introduced to correctly design the flight vehicle for the mission. This technique balances required mission with the available vehicle solution space and is an essential capability sought after by technology forecasters and strategic planners alike.
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Page : 1028 pages
File Size : 24,76 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Aeronautics
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Lists citations with abstracts for aerospace related reports obtained from world wide sources and announces documents that have recently been entered into the NASA Scientific and Technical Information Database.
Author : Mukund R. Patel
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 363 pages
File Size : 36,43 MB
Release : 2023-12-12
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1003804217
This second edition of Spacecraft Power Systems is a comprehensive coverage of the fundamentals, design trades, components, controls, and operations of spacecraft power systems based on the real-world design and operations of spacecraft that have successfully flown for decades. It also includes emerging high-voltage, high-power systems for in-space propulsion for interplanetary travel. With new and updated chapters, sections, and discussions, the second edition covers up-to-date high-voltage, MW-scale electric propulsion, updated PV and battery systems, spacecraft power components, power electronics, and their architectures and operations. This book also presents the latest in spacecraft design processes and trades, controls, operations, and protection. This book is intended for senior undergraduate and graduate students in mechanical, aerospace, and electrical engineering taking courses in Space Systems, Space Engineering, and Spacecraft Power Systems, as well as for practicing aerospace and power engineers and managers who are designing, developing, and operating spacecraft power systems.
Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Subcommittee on Energy Research and Development
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Page : 88 pages
File Size : 16,91 MB
Release : 1990
Category : Fuel cells
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