Thermite-for-demise (T4D): experiments and numerical modelling on solar array drive mechanism mock-ups containing thermite in an arc-heated wind tunnel
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DOI: 10.1007/s12567-025-00598-8
Abstract: The ESA-TRP SPADEXO project investigated the use of thermites to provide additional enthalpy to a spacecraft re-entering towards the Earth, with the objective of limiting its casualty risk on ground. Steel mock-ups inspired by the… read more here.
Keywords: mock; heat; solar array; array drive ... See more keywords
Layout optimization of stratospheric balloon solar array based on energy production
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DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2021.120636
Abstract: Abstract Solar array plays a decisive role in the energy system of stratospheric balloon. Optimizing the layout of solar array is beneficial to the improvement of energy production, but the research about this subject is… read more here.
Keywords: connection length; solar array; balloon; balloon diameter ... See more keywords
Gradient-based point tracking method and its application in the modal test of a solar array model
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DOI: 10.1016/j.measurement.2020.107503
Abstract: Abstract Structural dynamic testing is of great importance for a built-up aerospace structure. The response acquisition is commonly time and labor-consuming when the size of the test structure is large. The recently developed image-based measurement… read more here.
Keywords: solar array; point tracking; gradient based; method ... See more keywords
Structural effects in deep charging of solar array dielectrics irradiated by energetic electrons
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DOI: 10.1109/tdei.2025.3581920
Abstract: The charge and discharge characteristics of solar array drive assembly (SADA) materials in space radiation environments are closely linked to the migration and accumulation of charges on the surface and within the dielectrics, which largely… read more here.
Keywords: dielectrics irradiated; effects deep; solar array; structural effects ... See more keywords
Optimal Robust Position Control With Input Shaping for Flexible Solar Array Drive System: A Fuzzy-Set Theoretic Approach
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DOI: 10.1109/tfuzz.2019.2892339
Abstract: The position control and vibration suppression problems of the flexible solar array drive system containing uncertainty are considered in this paper. The uncertainty in system may be due to unknown parameters and external disturbance. The… read more here.
Keywords: system; flexible solar; solar array; control ... See more keywords
A Microgrid Based on Wind-Driven DFIG, DG, and Solar PV Array for Optimal Fuel Consumption
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DOI: 10.1109/tia.2020.2999563
Abstract: This article presents a green energy solution to a microgrid for a location dependent on a diesel generator (DG) to meet its electricity requirement. This microgrid is powered by two renewable energy sources, namely wind… read more here.
Keywords: dfig solar; array; solar array; fuel consumption ... See more keywords
Optimum area of solar array for stratospheric solar-powered airship
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DOI: 10.1177/0954410016670420
Abstract: An optimization model of the optimum area of solar array for a stratospheric solar-powered airship is developed. The objective of the optimization is to reduce the mass of the solar array on an airship by… read more here.
Keywords: solar array; array; airship; optimization ... See more keywords
Multi-degree-of-freedom vibration reduction strategy of the solar array drive system
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DOI: 10.1177/16878140211015475
Abstract: The operation disturbance induced by the solar array drive system (SADS) and the residual vibration of solar array following the attitude adjustment of the spacecraft obviously affect the dynamics environment, quick stabilization, and attitude stability… read more here.
Keywords: vibration; solar array; vibration reduction; array drive ... See more keywords
Vacuum Arcs on Solar Array Surfaces
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DOI: 10.2514/1.a35678
Abstract: Arcs on the solar arrays appear to be the most plausible source for the electromagnetic radiation observed with the Arecibo radio telescope. In the laboratory, electrostatic discharges (arcs) on solar array coupons were studied in… read more here.
Keywords: vacuum arcs; solar array; radiation; arcs solar ... See more keywords
Simulation and Experimental Research on the Disturbance Behavior of a Sun-Tracking Solar Array Driven by a Stepping Motor
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DOI: 10.3390/app11199076
Abstract: A sun-tracking solar array is an effective solution to the increasing energy demand of spacecrafts. However, the driving torque fluctuation of the solar array driving assembly (SADA) and its oscillatory motion lead to the micro-vibration… read more here.
Keywords: solar array; array; tracking solar; sun tracking ... See more keywords
Energy Adaptability Analysis Based on the Stall Fault of Solar Array Drive Assembly for Medium Earth Orbit Satellite
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DOI: 10.3390/en18092315
Abstract: In response to the stalling fault of the solar array drive assembly (SADA) in an in-orbit MEO satellite, an analysis and research on the energy balance algorithm are conducted. This is performed under the continuous… read more here.
Keywords: solar array; orbit; energy; fault solar ... See more keywords