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Energy loss analysis of an integrated space power distribution systemThe results of studies related to conceptual topologies of an integrated utility-like space power system are described. The system topologies are comparatively analyzed by considering their transmission energy losses as functions of mainly distribution voltage level and load composition. The analysis is expedited by use of a Distribution System Analysis and Simulation (DSAS) software. This recently developed computer program by the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) uses improved load models to solve the power flow within the system. However, present shortcomings of the software with regard to space applications, and incompletely defined characteristics of a space power system make the results applicable to only the fundamental trends of energy losses of the topologies studied. Accountability, such as included, for the effects of the various parameters on the system performance can constitute part of a planning tool for a space power distribution system.
Document ID
19930041961
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Kankam, M. D.
(NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Ribeiro, P. F.
(Dordt College, Sioux Center IA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1992
Publication Information
Publication: In: IECEC '92; Proceedings of the 27th Intersociety Energy Conversion Engineering Conference, San Diego, CA, Aug. 3-7, 1992. Vol. 2 (A93-25851 09-44)
Publisher: Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc.
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Accession Number
93A25958
Funding Number(s)
PROJECT: RTOP 506-41-41
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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