NASA NTRS · 19780065894
SPS cost considerations
Abstract
Recent solar power satellite (SPS) system definition studies have emphasized cost estimation for the operational phase of an SPS program, in order to assess economic practicality of SPS. A cost analysis approach is described. Cost results for a silicon photovoltaic SPS are reported, showing SPS costs from $1700 to $2700 per kilowatt and busbar power costs from 3 cents to 7 cents per kilowatt-hour. Rationales behind the estimates are discussed.
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Woodcock, G. R.. 1978-08-01. SPS cost considerations. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19780065894
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