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An overview of integrated flywheel technology for aerospace applicationSpace missions ranging from small scientific satellites to large manned spacecraft have, for many years, utilized systems of spinning flywheels to maintain vehicle attitude. These systems have included momentum and reaction wheels as well as control moment gyros. Extension of that technology to satisfy the additional tasks associated with energy storage has also been pursued. The combining of control and energy storage features into one system has been examined by NASA for space applications and demonstrated in the laboratory. The impact of technology advances in such areas as composite material rotors, magnetic suspensions, motor/generators, and electronics have prompted a re-evaluation of the viability of the flywheel storage system concept for aerospace applications. This paper summarizes the results of this re-examination and identifies shortfalls in the various technology areas.
Document ID
19860040121
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Keckler, C. R.
(NASA Langley Research Center Hampton, VA, United States)
Groom, N. J.
(NASA Langley Research Center Hampton, VA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1985
Subject Category
Spacecraft Design, Testing And Performance
Accession Number
86A24859
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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