Center Independent Research & Development: JPL IRAD
Advanced Power Conversion and Distribution - Efficient Power for JPL Spacecraft
Project Introduction
We will develop a power conversion solution that will increase end-to-end efficiency to 80% or more compared to the 30%-50% efficiency typically obtained through use of Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) converters and linear regulators. This initiative will address the strategy and capabilities required for optimal spacecraft power system design by developing an end-to-end power conversion solution. The specific goal is to improve the efficiency and reliability of the power conversion process from the power bus to the end user at the point of load.
More »Anticipated Benefits
Missions will benefit from more efficient power conversion solutions.
More »Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
(JPL)
|
Lead Organization | NASA Center | Pasadena, California |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
-
California
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Organizational Responsibility
Responsible Mission Directorate:
- Mission Support Directorate (MSD)
Lead Center / Facility:
- Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)
Responsible Program:
- Center Independent Research & Development: JPL IRAD
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Project Duration
Start: Oct 2012
End: Oct 2013
Technology Maturity (TRL)
| Start: | 4 |
| Estimated End: | 5 |
Applied Research
Development
Demo & Test
Technology Areas
Primary:
- TX03 Aerospace Power and Energy Storage
- TX03.3 Power Management and Distribution
- TX03.3.3 Electrical Power Conversion and Regulation
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