Solar photovoltaics - An aerospace technologySpecific problems affecting the development of low-cost silicon solar array power sources are discussed, taking into account the potential of realizing less than $0.50/per peak watt of silicon solar array technology. A utilization of less expensive processes for the manufacture of pure silicon and more economical procedures of silicon crystal and wafer production appear desirable. Attention is given to a sheet growth process example and a concept of pulsed processing for automated cell production.
Document ID
19770035373
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Goldsmith, J. V. (California Institute of Technology, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena Calif., United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1977
Subject Category
Energy Production And Conversion
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 77-293
Meeting Information
Meeting: Annual Meeting and Technical Display Incorporating the Forum on the Future of Air Transportation
Location: Washington, DC
Start Date: January 10, 1977
End Date: January 13, 1977
Sponsors: American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics