Description of the PMAD DC test bed architecture and integration sequenceNASA-LEWIS is responsible for the development, fabrication, and assembly of the electric power system (EPS) for the Space Station Freedom (SSF). The SSF power system is radically different from previous spacecraft power systems in both the size and complexity of the system. Unlike past spacecraft power systems, the SSF EPS will grow and be maintained on orbit and must be flexible to meet challenging user power needs. The SSF power system is also unique in comparison with terrestrial power systems because it is dominated by power electronic converters which regulate and control the power. A description is provided of the Power Management and Distribution DC Testbed which was assembled to support the design and early evaluation of the SSF EPS. A description of the integration process used in the assembly sequence is also given along with a description of the support facility.
Document ID
19920068031
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Beach, R. F. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Trash, L. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Fong, D. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Bolerjack, B. (Rockwell International Corp. Rocketdyne Div., Canoga Park, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 15, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1991
Subject Category
Ground Support Systems And Facilities (Space)
Meeting Information
Meeting: IECEC ''91: Intersociety Energy Conversion Engineering Conference