The space solar power option

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Space solar power serves as a viable alternative for other power sources in resolving the rapidly increasing global demand for energy. Development of space solar power is expected to result in the use of about 1,358 kilowatts of energy in every square meter of area facing the Sun.

author: Mankins, John C.
Analysis, Photovoltaic power generation

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Energy and information from orbit

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Advances in technological and architectural systems have made the use of solar power satellite (SPS) feasible in the 21st century. Usage of SPS can be made possible through utilization of distributed power satellite constellation that can travel to an altitude of 1,200 kilometers.

author: Hoffert, Martin I., Potter, Seth D.
Innovations, Equipment and supplies, Telecommunications, Telecommunication, Satellite solar power stations

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Above it all

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Space-based solar power serves as a possible method in utilizing the sun's energy during the 21st century. Unlike other power sources, space-based solar power has the capability of producing energy on an unimaginable scale since it utilizes the sun as a power source.

author: Erb, R. Bryan
Management, Energy research, Energy development

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subjects list: Usage, Evaluation, Alternative energy sources, Renewable energy, Solar energy
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