5. Power System
Learning Objectives
- Understand the role of the power subsystem in the context of spacecraft as a whole and between other subsystems
- Recognize possible sources of power in space and power generation technologies
- Identify various power storage methods
- Describe considerations for power distribution
- Analyze power budget and profile
Electrical Power System Chapter Content
Learning Objectives
5.1 Definition
5.2 Subsystem Responsibilities
5.3 Typical Requirements and Design Considerations
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- Artemis Power Requirements
- Suggested Activity
5.4 Design Process and Drivers
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- Suggested Activity
5.5 Power Generation
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- Solar Cells (or Photovoltaic/Photoelectric Cells)
- Artemis Selection
- Solar Thermal Power Systems
- Chemical Thermal Power Systems
- Nuclear Power
- Solar Cells (or Photovoltaic/Photoelectric Cells)
5.6 Consumable Power Storage
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- Fuel Cells
- Capacitors
- Primary Batteries
5.7 Rechargeable Power Storage
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- Secondary Batteries
- Battery Sizing
- Artemis Selection
- Artemis Battery Sizing
- Flywheel Energy Storage
5.8 Power Management and Distribution
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- Artemis CubeSat Kit Power Distribution Unit
- Integrated Power Systems
- Artemis CubeSat Kit Integrated Power System
5.9 Power Budget and Profiling
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- Suggested Activity
5.10 Electrical Power System Design Tools
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- Schematic Diagram Software
- Printed Circuit Board Design Software
- Integrated Schematic and PCB Design Software
Summary
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