The use of lunar resources to construct solar power satellites wherein the resources are transported by a lunar mass driver is discussed. The minimization of cross track errors in the launch of payloads by mass driver is emphasized. The design and construction of the mass driver is outlined. Features of the proposed system addressed include passive magnetic damping, separation and snapout, and downrange correction.
A contribution to the availability of lunar resources for powered construction
1980-07-01
Conference paper
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English
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