NASA NTRS · 19810000340
Automated Solar-Array Assembly
Abstract
Large arrays are rapidly assembled from individual solar cells by automated production line developed for NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Apparatus positions cells within array, attaches interconnection tabs, applies solder flux, and solders interconnections. Cells are placed in either straight or staggered configurations and may be connected either in series or in parallel. Are attached at rate of one every 5 seconds.
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Soffa, A., Bycer, M.. 1982-12-01. Automated Solar-Array Assembly. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19810000340
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