Advantages of ground-to-space laser power beamingNASA's current research activities to evaluate laser power beaming systems are reviewed. Applications of such systems are considered, including communications satellites, radar and direct broadcast satellites, space transfer vehicles lunar base operations and exploration, and optical technologies. The current laser power beaming program within the NASA Headquarters Office of Aeronautics and Space Technology is addressed.
Document ID
19920047319
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Rather, John D. G. (NASA Office of Aeronautics and Space Technology Washington, DC, United States)
Date Acquired
August 15, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1992
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 92-2025
Meeting Information
Meeting: AIAA International Communication Satellite Systems Conference and Exhibit