Otps, Nasa
Space-Based Solar Power (Space Power)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781608883110
- author:
- Otps, Nasa
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Nimble Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 140
- Dimensions:
- 27.9 x 21.6 x 0.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Technology & Engineering, Aeronautics & Astronautics,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Space-Based Solar Power: A Vision for the Future This report offers a compelling vision of space-based solar power as a sustainable energy solution. NASA has explored two proposed systems, the Innovative Heliostat Swarm and the Mature Planar Array, both operating in geostationary orbit and delivering 2 gigawatts of power to Earth. The study estimates costs and greenhouse gas emissions for these systems, comparing them to terrestrial renewable energy sources. While launch and manufacturing costs are significant, technological advancements and operational efficiencies could reduce costs. The report highlights the potential for reduced launch costs, improved solar cell efficiency, efficient manufacturing at scale, extended hardware lifetimes, and the use of electric propulsion for orbital transfer. This annotated edition provides context and ease-of-use to the manuscript, making it a valuable resource for understanding the capabilities of space-based solar power.
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