Solar Array Technologies for Planetary Science and Astrobiology Missions
Whitepaper #080 submitted to the Planetary Science and Astrobiology Decadal Survey 2023-2032. Topics: state of the profession; technology development
by Joel Schwartz, Richard Ewell, Nancy Haegel, Simon Liu, Jeremiah Mcnatt, Edward Plichta, and Subbarao Surampudi
Published onMar 18, 2021
Solar Array Technologies for Planetary Science and Astrobiology Missions
Future planetary science and astrobiology missions will depend on advanced power generation technologies to enable long mission durations and survival in unique environments. This paper evaluates how well current solar array technology can meet the needs of future missions and identify advances that can enable or enhance many mission concepts.
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