Title :
Insulation problems for lunar electrical transmission lines
Author :
Gordon, L.B. ; Gaustad, K.L.
Author_Institution :
Space Power Inst., Auburn Univ., AL, USA
Abstract :
Initial models of lunar transmission lines have provided insight into the effects of various design parameters on size, mass and operating temperatures. Most likely, high-power lines transmitting over a few km will use moderately high voltages (1-10 kV). The insulation of such voltages in the lunar environment will be a significant challenge, requiring new insulation designs. Both solid-dielectric and vacuum insulation have been considered
Keywords :
cable insulation; power overhead lines; vacuum insulation; 1 to 10 kV; design parameters; high-power lines; insulation designs; lunar electrical transmission lines; lunar environment; mass; operating temperatures; size; solid-dielectric insulation; vacuum insulation; Atmosphere; Conducting materials; Cooling; Dielectric materials; Dielectrics and electrical insulation; Moon; Power transmission lines; Soil; Solar power generation; Transmission lines;
Conference_Titel :
Electrical Insulation and Dielectric Phenomena, 1990. Annual Report., Conference on
Conference_Location :
Pocono Manor, PA
DOI :
10.1109/CEIDP.1990.201420
