Analytical modeling of spacecraft power systems
Power system components are reviewed. Battery and solar array models are discussed. Shunt regulators, dc-dc converters, and cabling are also discussed.
Cassinelli, J.↗
Engineering topics
Cassinelli, J.
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High power solar array switching regulation
It is pointed out that spacecraft utilization projections for the 1980s and beyond show a trend toward extended lifetimes and larger electric power systems. The need for improved power management and energy transfer arising in connection with this trend has resulted in the conduction of a Solar Array Switching Power Management study. A description is presented of initial development work performed in the study, taking into account the characteristics for three mission classes. Attention is given to the manned LEO platform (250-kW average load), the unmanned GEO platform (50-kW average load), and an ion propulsion orbit transfer vehicle (50- to 250 kW load).
Decker, D. K.↗