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A contribution to the availability of lunar resources for powered constructionThe use of lunar resources to construct solar power satellites wherein the resources are transported by a lunar mass driver is discussed. The minimization of cross track errors in the launch of payloads by mass driver is emphasized. The design and construction of the mass driver is outlined. Features of the proposed system addressed include passive magnetic damping, separation and snapout, and downrange correction.
Document ID
19820014840
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Heppenheimer, T. A. (Center for Space Science Fountain Valley, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
July 1, 1980
Publication Information
Publication: NASA, Washington The Final Proc. of the Solar Power Satellite Program Rev.
Subject Category
Energy Production And Conversion
Accession Number
82N22714
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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