Concept for a high voltage solar array with integral power conditioning.Description of a general case solution that synthesizes a high voltage solar array system from a switchable building block concept which makes possible system optimization for specific load requirements. A specific optimized solution is demonstrated, with performance estimates relating array area, weight, and power. Significant technology problems peculiar to a high-voltage switchable solar array design are discussed, along with special requirements anticipated during a hardware development effort.
Document ID
19730041199
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Wiener, P. (California Institute of Technology, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Power Systems Group, Pasadena Calif., United States)
Rasmussen, R. (General Electric Co., Space Div., Valley Forge Pa., United States)
Date Acquired
August 7, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1972
Subject Category
Auxiliary Systems
Meeting Information
Meeting: Intersociety Energy Conversion Engineering Conference; Energy 70