The potential of solar energy to meet global needs is surveyed with emphasis on solar energy conversion in space for use on Earth. The advantages of this approach are compared with terrestrial solar energy conversion methods. The concept of the solar power satellite (DPD) is presented and the technology options for converting solar energy in space, transmitting power, and converting it on Earth into electricity are summarized. The requirements for space transportation systems, orbital assembly, and maintenance are reviewed. Economic and institutional issues are outlined and the environmental impacts of SPS operations are highlighted. The need for international cooperation is underlined to achieve the global benefits of the SPS concept. (Peters)


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    Title :

    A Global Solar Power Satellite System


    Additional title:

    Ein weltumfassendes Sonnenenergie-Satellitensystem


    Contributors:

    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1980


    Size :

    8 Seiten, 1 Bild, 29 Quellen


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English





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