Title :
The electrical design of solar arrays for space use
Author :
Kimber, R. ; Gleeson, D.J.
Author_Institution :
Div. of Space & Commun., British Aerospace, Stevenage, UK
Abstract :
The electrical design of solar cell arrays for space applications requires consideration of many unique criteria. The authors present a review and brief explanation of the major factors which affect space vehicle arrays along with an outline of the design process that leads to the selection of a solar array design that fulfils the power requirements of the spacecraft at all times
Keywords :
design engineering; solar cell arrays; space vehicle power plants; design; power requirements; solar cell arrays; space vehicle power plants; spacecraft;
Conference_Titel :
Solar Cells for Space Applications, IEE Colloquium on
Conference_Location :
London
