Title :
ATS-6 Parabolic Antenna for Mounting Solar Cells
Author :
Kosta, Shiy Prasad ; Lakshmeesha, V.K. ; Nicholas, L.
Author_Institution :
ISRO Satellite Centre, India
fDate :
3/1/1978 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Calculations are made to obtain the raw electrical power that can be generated by using an ATS-6 type deployable parabolic dish as a surface for mounting solar cells without seriously interfering with its normal function as an antenna. A minimum of a few hundred watts to a maximum of a few kilowatts are generated during the apparent course of the Sun around the spacecraft. Academically, it seems that deployable solar cell panels along with their booms can be avoided.
Keywords :
Photovoltaic cells; Power generation; Proposals; Reflection; Rough surfaces; Satellite antennas; Solar power generation; Space vehicles; Sun; Surface roughness;
Journal_Title :
Aerospace and Electronic Systems, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TAES.1978.308659
