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An IBM PC-based math model for space station solar array simulationThis report discusses and documents the design, development, and verification of a microcomputer-based solar cell math model for simulating the Space Station's solar array Initial Operational Capability (IOC) reference configuration. The array model is developed utilizing a linear solar cell dc math model requiring only five input parameters: short circuit current, open circuit voltage, maximum power voltage, maximum power current, and orbit inclination. The accuracy of this model is investigated using actual solar array on orbit electrical data derived from the Solar Array Flight Experiment/Dynamic Augmentation Experiment (SAFE/DAE), conducted during the STS-41D mission. This simulator provides real-time simulated performance data during the steady state portion of the Space Station orbit (i.e., array fully exposed to sunlight). Eclipse to sunlight transients and shadowing effects are not included in the analysis, but are discussed briefly. Integrating the Solar Array Simulator (SAS) into the Power Management and Distribution (PMAD) subsystem is also discussed.
Document ID
19860021946
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Emanuel, E. M.
(Prairie View Agricultural and Mechanical Coll. TX, United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
July 1, 1986
Publication Information
Publication: NASA. Johnson Space Center NASA/American Society for Engineering Educati
Subject Category
Energy Production And Conversion
Accession Number
86N31418
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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