NASA NTRS · 19900000826
Power beaming options
Abstract
Some large scale power beaming applications are proposed for the purpose of stimulating research. The first proposal is for a combination of large phased arrays on the ground near power stations and passive reflectors in geostationary orbit. The systems would beam excess electrical power in microwave form to areas in need of electrical power. Another proposal is to build solar arrays in deserts and beam the energy around the world. Another proposal is to use lasers to beam energy from earth to orbiting spacecraft.
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Rather, John D. G.. 1989-07-01. Power beaming options. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19900000826
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