SURVEY OF LONG LIFE SYSTEMS FOR GENERATION OF ELECTRICITY AT LOW POWER IN A MARINE ENVIRONMENT. VOLUME I
Abstract
A survey was made of long life systems for producing small quantities of electrical power for use in an oceanic environment. A description is given of the power-system requirements, and useful sources of energy for systems producing 2 watts for 2 years and 5 watts for 2 years are discussed. Included is a description of energy conversion methods, a discussion of the use of the system concept in considering the power systems, and the presentation and illustration of an energy-conversion matrix. A basis for selection of attractive power systems is presented, followed by the detailed analyses of the 6 most attractive systems. The power-conversion systems considered are comprised of an energy source such as fuel and oxidant, energy-conversion devices, necessary control system, storage tanks for the energy source, and the container to house and protect the system. Finally, the characteristics, such as weight, volume and cost of these systems are compared.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 31, 1960
- Accession Number
- AD0273556