Enhancement and design considerations of satellite power subsystem.
Abstract:This research intent to enhance and design an electrical power subsystem for a communications satellite in the geosynchronous orbit for a life time mission of 7-10 years. Among many types of the well known electrical power subsystems used for satellites and spacecraft, the solar array system is used to provide the satellite power requirements. The solar arrays are used to provide power to the satellite during all mission life time, while the batteries are being used to supply power to the satellite during the eclipse when there is no available power from the solar arrays.