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Infrared-Controlled Welding of Solar CellsProposed apparatus for welding large arrays of solar cells to flexible circuit substrates would sense infrared emission from welding spot. Emission would provide feedback for control of welding heat. Welding platform containing optical fibers moves upward through slots in movable holding fixture to contact solar cells. Fibers pick up infrared radiation from weld area.
Document ID
19810000365
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Paulson, R.
(Lockheed Missiles & Space Co., Inc.)
Finnell, S. E.
(Lockheed Missiles & Space Co., Inc.)
Decker, H. J.
(Lockheed Missiles & Space Co., Inc.)
Hodor, J. R.
(Lockheed Missiles & Space Co., Inc.)
Date Acquired
August 11, 2013
Publication Date
December 1, 1982
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 6
Issue: 3
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Fabrication Technology
Report/Patent Number
MFS-25612
Accession Number
81B10365
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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