SOLAR CELL POWER SYSTEMS FOR APL SATELLITES.

Abstract

Since 1959, the Applied Physics Laboratory has designed and launched 31 earth satellites. From very simple, low-power design in 1959, there have developed much more sophisticated solar cell power systems that generate higher power levels. This paper describes the development of various power systems and the application of several control techniques for improving satellite operating performance and reliability. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1968
Accession Number
AD0668144

Entities

People

  • Robert E. Fischell

Organizations

  • Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Satellites
  • Buildings And Structures
  • Cells
  • Physics
  • Physics Laboratories
  • Power Levels
  • Reliability
  • Solar Cells
  • Space Systems
  • Spacecraft
  • Vehicles

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Computational Modeling and Simulation
  • Integrated Circuit Design and Technology.
  • Space/Atmospheric Physics.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Satellites