Thermoelectric Generators and Visual Wavelength Lasers for Orbit-To-Ground Power Generation and Transmission
Faculty Mentor
Dr. Valentin Soloiu
Location
Poster 147
Session Format
Poster Presentation
Academic Unit
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Background
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Our project examines the use of thermoelectric generators (TEGs) of two different material compositions in conjunction with visible wavelength lasers to generate and distribute power from Earth or Solar orbit to other spacecraft or Earth-based facilities and devices.
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In this study, we examine the effectiveness of Bismuth Telluride and Calcium Manganese Oxide thermoelectric generators as a remote power source for a photovoltaic array connected wirelessly via a 405nm laser.
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Such a technology promises to revolutionize Earth’s power grids and provide rapid response capabilities in the event of an emergency.
Keywords
Allen E. Paulson College of Engineering and Computing Student Research Symposium, Generators, Lasers, Transmission
Creative Commons License
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Presentation Type and Release Option
Presentation (File Not Available for Download)
Start Date
2022 12:00 AM
January 2022
Thermoelectric Generators and Visual Wavelength Lasers for Orbit-To-Ground Power Generation and Transmission
Poster 147