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SOLAR POWER SATELLITE
SPS
COLLECTOR
TRANSMMITER
BEAM CONTROLLER
COLLECTOR
Solar Energy Conversion
SPS
TRANSMMITER
BEAM CONTROLLER
RECEIVER
What Happens When The Sun Is Hidden ?
APPLICATION
• Power to the Earth
• Power delivery to Moon Element
• Power delivery to Mars
ADVANTAGES
• WEATHER
• EFFECT ON HEALTH
CONCLUSION
The SPS system appears as a promising solution for power delivery to elements on planet surfaces. In both Mars and Moon cases, it could be a solution for users, which face the problem of either low solar energy density and environment attenuation or long eclipse duration. It appears as today’s only alternative to nuclear power sources.