The design of large, space-based power generation satellites is strongly influenced by the transportation modes available and the assembly methods adopted. Flight plans for assembly are explored using the Space Shuttle as the transport vehicle. Future heavy-lift launch systems are postulated, and their impact on assembly cost of operational Solar Satellite Power Stations (SSPS) presented. Sensitivity to various levels of ground detail parts prefabrication are compared to corresponding levels of orbital fabrication. Assumptions concerning the degree of human skills are outlined, and related to the method of assembly. Cost comparisons and recommendations for continued studies are developed.


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    Title :

    Overcoming two significant hurdles to space power generation Transportation and assembly


    Contributors:
    Kline, R. (author) / Nathan, C. A. (author)

    Conference:

    American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and American Astronautical Society, Solar Energy for Earth Conference ; 1975 ; Los Angeles, CA


    Publication date :

    1975-04-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English