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Intelsat Battery and Power System Design

Abstract

The orbit data for the Intelsat 4 spacecraft is described. The performance and characteristics of the battery used for this spacecraft are discussed. Graphs are presented which relate battery voltage to various eclipse seasons.

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J Dunlop, D Cooper. 1978-01-01. Intelsat Battery and Power System Design. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19790013402

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