Satellite power system concept development and evaluation program system definition technical assessment report
The results of the system definition studies conducted by NASA as a part of the Department of Energy/National Aeronautics and Space Administration SPS Concept Development and Evaluation Program are summarized. The purpose of the system definition efforts was to identify and define candidate SPS concepts and to evaluate the concepts in terms of technical and cost factors. Although the system definition efforts consisted primarily of evaluation and assessment of alternative technical approaches, a reference system was also defined to facilitate economic, environmental, and societal assessments by the Department of Energy. This reference system was designed to deliver 5 GW of electrical power to the utility grid. Topics covered include system definition; energy conversion and power management; power transmission and reception; structures, controls, and materials; construction and operations; and space transportation.
- Research Organization:
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Washington, DC (United States)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AI01-79ER10035
- OSTI ID:
- 6666922
- Report Number(s):
- DOE/ER/10035-03
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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