An overview of long-range options for in-space laser power transmission is presented. The focus is on the new technology and research status of solar-pumped lasers and their solar concentration needs. The laser options include gas photodissociation lasers, optically-pumped solid-state lasers, and blackbody-pumped transfer lasers. The paper concludes with a summary of current research thrusts.
Solar pumped laser technology options for space power transmission
Moeglichkeiten der Technologie sonnengepumpter Laser fuer die Energieuebertragung im All
1986
7 Seiten, 17 Bilder, 16 Quellen
Conference paper
English
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