Solar water heating system for a lunar base

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Computer Programs, Feasibility Analysis, Lunar Bases, Mathematical Models, Solar Heating, Water Heating, Accumulators, Electricity, Heaters, Lunar Orbits, Photovoltaic Cells, Solar Arrays

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An investigation of the feasibility of using a solar water heater for a lunar base is described. During the investigation, computer codes were developed to model the lunar base configuration, lunar orbit, and heating systems. Numerous collector geometries, orientation variations, and system options were identified and analyzed. The results indicate that the recommended solar water heater could provide 88 percent of the design load and would not require changes in the overall lunar base design. The system would give a 'safe-haven' water heating capability and use only 7 percent to 10 percent as much electricity as an electric heating system. As a result, a fixed position photovoltaic array can be reduced by 21 sq m.

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