Space Solar Power Review Vol 1 Num 1 & 2

Cover	1
Editors List	2
Title Page	3
Table of Contents	5
Editorials	7
The World and Energy by Marc Pelegrin	11
The SPS - Past Present and Future by Peter Glaser	19
Abstract	19
The Potential of Solar Energy	19
The Space Technology Connection	21
The SPS Concept	22
The Objectives	22
The Technical Challenges	23
Evolution of the SPS Reference System	23
Solar Energy Conversion	23
Technology Options for Power Transmission to Earth	24
Microwave Power Transmission	24
Laser Power Transmission	25
A Space Transportation System for the SPS	26
Orbital Assembly and Maintenance	27
Economic Feasibility	28
Environmental Issues	29
Health and Ecological Effects of Microwave Power Transmission	29
Rocket Exhaust Effluents from Space Vehicles.	29
Comparative Effects	30
Societal Issues	31
International Implications	32
Conclusion	33
References	34
Conclusions of the Huntsville SPS Energy Conversion Workshop by JR WIlliams	35
SPS Transportation Requirements - Economical and Technical by Dietrich Koelle	39
Abstract	39
The Transportation Problem	39
Efficient Launch Vehocle Design Ground Rules	40
Vehicle Concept Comparison	41
Selected Alternatives	41
Launch Cost Assessment	41
Performance and Cost Results	43
Launch Vehicle System and Sizing	43
Routes for Implementation	47
References	48
Assessment of SPS Photovoltaic Solar Array Requirements by J Rath	49
Abstract	49
Introduction	49
Solar Array Requirement	49
Solar Cells - Status and Development Trends	51
Conversion Efficiency	53
kV Operation Voltage	54
Mass Production and Cost	56
Summary and Conclusion	57
References	58
Some Critical Aspects of SPS Technology by IV Franklin	59
Abstract	59
Introduction	59
SPS System Elements	60
Solar Array Blanket	61
Large Space Structures	63
Power Transmission	64
Conclusions	65
References	66
SPS: An Economic Outlook by Klaus Heiss	67
Economic Criteria and Concern	67
Space As An Eneryg Base	73
Use of SPS Evaluation of the Risks on Health and Environment by Leo Thourel	77
SPS Antenna Measurement Considerations by Kozakoff, Schuchardt and Dees	79
Abstract	79
Introduction	79
Far-Field Measurement Concepts	80
Measurement Accuracy Considerations	80
Antenna Positioners	81
Measurement Electronics	82
Far-Field Facility Concept	84
Near-Field Measurements	85
General Considerations	85
Near-Field Facility Concept	90
Conclusions	91
SPS Environmental Effects on the Upper Atmosphere by Lewis Duncan	93
Abstract	93
Introduction	93
Construction Impacts on the Ionosphere	93
Ionospheric Effects on SPS Operation	94
Microwave Beam Effects on the Ionosphere	94
HLLV Propellant Emissions	95
Depletion Chemistry	95
Relevant Observations	96
Predictions for SPS	97
Ionosphere-Mw Interactions	99
Enhanced Electron Heating	99
Relevant Observations	101
Predictions for SPS	102
Collective Plasma Phenomena	103
Relevant Observations	105
Conclusions	105
References	107
Mw Radiation: Biological Effects and Ezposure Standards by IR Lindsay	109
Abstract	109
Introduction	109
Dosimetry	109
Biological Effects: Thermal	110
Biological Effect: Nonthermal	110
Standards	111
Living with the Rectenna	112
Pacemakers	113
Birds	113
Conclusion	114
References	114
International Dimensions of SPS: Collaboration or Competition? by John Lodgson	115
Abstract	115
Introduction	115
Relevant Global Trends	116
SPS Competition or Collaboration?	117
SPS and International Organization	118
Reference	119
Lasers et Transmision D'Energie by A Orszag	121
1. Le Pompage	121
2. Le Pompage Solaire	122
3. Le Pompage Par Decharge Dans Les Gaz	126
4. Configuation D'un Laser a Co Embarque	128
5. La Propagation Du Faisceau Laser	129
6. La Reception De L'Energie	131
References	132
English: Lasers and Energy Transmission	133
1. Pumping	133
2. Solar Pumping	133
2.1 The Media Gaseous	134
2.2 Condensed Media	134
3. Discharge Pumping In Gases	135
4. Configuration of an Embedded CO Laser	135
4.1 Electrically Pumped Laser	135
4.2 Electrically Pumped and Relaxed Laser	136
5. The Propagation of the Laser Beam	136
6. Energy Reception	137
6.1 Photovoltaic Cells	137
6.2 Thermionic and Thermo-Electronic Cells	137
6.3 Thermal Engines	137
References	138
Third World Views on SPS Applications by Rashmi Mayur	139
Introduction	139
Energy Crisis in the Thrid World	140
Energy Crisis in India	141
SPS For The Third World	141
Conclusion	145
SPS Et Las Communaute Internationale by Bertrand Chatel	147
Introduction	147
Criteres De Base De La Cooperation Intrenationale	148
Activites Et Structures Spatiales Du Systeme Des Nations Unies	149
La 2eme Conference Des Nations Unies Sur L'Exploration Et Les Utilisations Pacifques De L'Espace Extra-Atmospheric	151
Conclusions	151
References	152
Annexe	153
English: Solar Energy Collecting Satellites and the International Community	154
Introduction	154
I. Basic Criteria of International Cooperation	154
1.1 Basic Criteria	155
1.2 Importance for Various Countries	155
1.3 The Dual Character of SPS	155
1.4 The Two Paths of Space Internationalization	156
II. Space Activities and Structures or the United Nations System	156
II.1 The Geostationary Orbit	156
II.2 SPS and UN	156
II.3 Suggestions	156
III. The 2nd UN Conference on the Exploration and Peaceful Uses of Outer Space	157
III.1 The agenda of the Conference (12) (Annex) includes 3 points:	157
III.2 Background documents (13) for the preparation of the conference include:	157
Committee on 15-19 June 1981, and may provide an opportunity for Governments to present the SPS.	157
111.4 Finally, activities are planned to promote, in the public, awareness of the benefit	157
Conclusions	158
References	158
ANNEX	159
Remarks on Some Legal Aspects of Solar Satellites - An Overview by Diedreiks-Verschoor	162
Some Aspects of Antenna Technology for European SPS by Gelsthorpe, Claton and Rudge	170
Introduction	170
Increase of System Efficiency for European Application	170
RF Interference In Particular Reradiation from the Rectenna	172
The SPS Transmitting Antenna Radiation Pattern by Paul Combes	174
Generalities	174
Ideal Illumination Laws and Radiation Patterns	174
Criticism of the Hypothesis for Calculating the Patterns	177
Method for Computing the Actual Patterns	177
References	180
SPS Concept Development and Evaluation Program by Frederick Koomanoff	182
Introduction	182
Functional Organization	183
Assessment Approach	184
Preliminary Assessment	185
System Definition	185
Environmental Assessment	186
Societal Assessment	187
Comparative Assessment	187
Conclusion	187
Potential Interest In Europe In An SPS Development by Reinhartz	188
Abstract	188
1. Introduction	188
2. The Energy Supply and Demand Balance In Europe	189
3. The Economic Aspects of SPS	193
4. The Impact of SPS Technology	194
5. Conclusions	195
References	196
Les Centraes Solaires Spatiales Dans Le Contexte Energetique Mondial Des Cinquantes Prochaines Annees	198
Resume	198
Introduction	198
Nature De La Production Des Centrales Solaires Spatiales	199
Adequation a la Demande Energetique	200
Evalution do Marche Mondial Des Css	201
Position par Rapport aux Systemes Enregetiques Concurrants	203
References	208
English: SPS In the Global Energy Context of the Next 50 Years	209
I. Introduction	209
II. The Nature of the Production of SPS Plants	209
III. Matching Enregy Demand	210
IV. Assessment of the GLobal Markt for CSS	210
V. Position In Relation to Competitive Energy Solutions	211
References	212
Integration of SPS With Utility System Networks by Bjorn Kaupang	214
Introduction	214
Dynamic Power Variations in the SPS System	214
Rectenna Inverter Control and Operation	214
SPS Operating Characteristics	217
Conclusions	219
Synthesis of the Final SPS Panel by Marc Pelegrin	220

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