Physics
Scientific paper
Jan 1991
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Proceedings of the eighth symposium on space nuclear power systems. AIP Conference Proceedings, Volume 217, pp. 1169-1174 (1991
Physics
Lunar, Planetary, And Deep-Space Probes
Scientific paper
Numerous issues regarding the construction and operation of a stationary lunar surface power system must be resolved within the coming decade before man's permanent presence on the lunar surface becomes a viable possibility. Some of the issues which need to be resolved during the early stages of this planning phase include: whether the electrical power system should be centralized, decentralized, or a combination of the two; whether power transmission should be ac or dc; what mix of power generating technology should be used (nuclear, isotope, photovoltaic, or regenerative fuel cells, for example); and determining the physical interface requirements between the power system hardware and the construction equipment to be used in emplacing this hardware on the lunar surface (from launch at the Kennedy Space Center-KSC-to erection and start-up on the moon). This paper preliminarily addresses these issues.
Cataldo Robert
Metcalf Kenneth J.
Robin James E.
Sprouse Kenneth M.
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