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Overview of NASA's Space Solar Power Technology Advanced Research and Development ProgramLarge solar power satellite (SPS) systems that might provide base load power into terrestrial markets were examined extensively in the 1970s by the US Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Following a hiatus of about 15 years, the subject of space solar power (SSP) was reexamined by NASA from 1995-1997 in the 'fresh look' study, and during 1998 in an SSP 'concept definition study', and during 1999-2000 in the SSP Exploratory Research and Technology (SERT) program. As a result of these efforts, during 2001, NASA has initiated the SSP Technology Advanced Research and Development (STAR-Dev) program based on informed decisions. The goal of the STAR-Dev program is to conduct preliminary strategic technology research and development to enable large, multi-megawatt to gigawatt-class space solar power (SSP) systems and wireless power transmission (WPT) for government missions and commercial markets (in-space and terrestrial). Specific objectives include: (1) Release a NASA Research Announcement (NRA) for SSP Projects; (2) Conduct systems studies; (3) Develop Component Technologies; (4) Develop Ground and Flight demonstration systems; and (5) Assess and/or Initiate Partnerships. Accomplishing these objectives will allow informed future decisions regarding further SSP and related research and development investments by both NASA management and prospective external partners. In particular, accomplishing these objectives will also guide further definition of SSP and related technology roadmaps including performance objectives, resources and schedules; including 'multi-purpose' applications (commercial, science, and other government).
Document ID
20010019996
Acquisition Source
Marshall Space Flight Center
Document Type
Abstract
Authors
Howell, Joe
(NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL United States)
Mankins, John C.
(NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Davis, N. Jan
Date Acquired
August 20, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 2001
Subject Category
Energy Production And Conversion
Meeting Information
Meeting: International Astronautical Congress
Location: Toulouse
Country: France
Start Date: October 1, 2001
End Date: October 5, 2001
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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