Mars exploration will require power systems to operate on the Martian surface. One power system is a photovoltaic array. The properties of Mars relevant to photovoltaic array performance are surveyed. Several types of solar cells usable in a photovoltaic array are detailed and analyzed, and possible applications on Mars discussed. The applicability of photovoltaic technology to manufacturing methane propellant from Mars carbon dioxide is analyzed.
Photovoltaic power options for mars
Möglichkeiten der photovoltaischen Energieerzeugung auf dem Mars
Space Power ; 10 , 2 ; 225-237
1991
13 Seiten, 6 Bilder, 2 Tabellen, 13 Quellen
Aufsatz (Zeitschrift)
Englisch
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