Space Power Conversion Electronics (SPCE)*

Abstract

*Previously part of Next Generation Microelectronics - Extreme Environment Electronics The Space Power Conversion Electronics (SPCE) program is developing highly efficient, radiation radiation-tolerant point of load (POL) converters for low-earth-orbit satellites. In today's space power systems, POL converters derate their operating voltage to maintain radiation- tolerance, resulting in decreased efficiency and limiting the satellite's available power, capabilities, and battery lifetime. To address this deficiency, SPCE will develop high-performance, radiation radiation-tolerant high voltage switches by exploiting advanced wide-bandgap semiconductor advance material synthesis, novel device architectures, and 3D heterogeneous integration technology.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2024
Source ID
eff331cb97257a99a366c2c0d334b967

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Infectious Disease/Epidemiology
  • Integrated Circuit Design and Technology.

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics
  • Space
  • Space - Satellites

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