Center Independent Research & Development: JPL IRAD
High Efficiency LILT Solar Cells for Deep-Space Small Spacecraft
Project Description
The challenge of this task is to develop low mass and high efficiency solar arrays for small spacecraft missions to deep space.
This task will develop advanced high-efficiency radiation-hard solar cells with LILT capability for deep space small spacecraft missions. It will determine LILT & radiation performance of baseline advanced solar cells; modify advanced cell designs to optimize for LILT and radiation; fabricate optimized advanced cells & demonstrate performance targets
More »Anticipated Benefits
This technology -Reduces power system mass, area and volume by ~20% -Reduces solar array cost by ~40% -Improves power generation in LILT/radiation environments -Extends capability of deep-space solar powered missions
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Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) | Lead Organization | FFRDC/UARC | Pasadena, California |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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California
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