This paper provides an overview of the 30 KW, 600 V MRHE power subsystem. Descriptions of the power subsystem elements, the mode of power transfer, and power and mass estimates are presented. A direct-drive architecture for electric propulsion is considered which reduces mass and complexity. Solar arrays with concentrators are used for increased efficiency. Finally, the challenges due to the environment of a hypothetical lunar mission as well as due to the advanced technologies considered are outlined.


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    Title :

    High Power, High Voltage Electric Power System for Electric Propulsion


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    AIAA 4th International Energy Conversion Engineering Conference ; 2006 ; San Diego, CA, United States


    Publication date :

    2006-06-26


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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