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Jan 2006
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=2006aipc..813..348w&link_type=abstract
SPACE TECH.& APPLIC.INT.FORUM-STAIF 2006: 10th Conf Thermophys Applic Microgravity; 23rd Symp Space Nucl Pwr & Propulsion; 4th C
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Thermoelectric, Electrogasdynamic And Other Direct Energy Conversion, Spaceborne And Space Research Instruments, Apparatus, And Components
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Oregon State University (OSU) is conducting an experimental study into the thermal behavior of a GPHS based small RPS concept. The subject RPS configuration is applicable for a number of Mars surface missions, such as using them to power small rovers and small static landers. Each module will use a single GPHS module to generate about 20-25W of electric power. Initial designs for similar RPS concepts have been completed and initial numerical analysis models have been developed by NASA's JPL. The primary purpose of this research project is to develop an experimental model of the GPHS module based small RPS concept and generate operational data that can be used to validate the thermal analysis codes and methodologies. The validation of codes and methodologies is to be completed by JPL. Five mission phases have been identified for the subject RPS concept. This experimental program focuses on one of these mission phases, earth storage. This paper addresses model design, construction, and testing.
Arnold Lindsay C.
Balint Tibor S.
Woods Brian G.
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