Unfulfilled technology needs in space power systems

The paper defines the major space power system technology development needs related to the solution of currently existing problems. A major portion of the present review derives from the deliberations of the Power Subsystems Panel at the NASA Flight Technology Improvement Workshop, July 31 to August 2, 1979. The Panel led to 10 primary recommendations for power technology research and development to overcome past and current problems in spacecraft power and experiment/instrument power supplies.