Large Solar Arrays
Easily meet high energy demands with our configurable large arrays with power up to 303 W/kg, and also stow into extremely compact volumes.
Features
- Redundant String and Circuit Wiring
- Fault Tolerant from Micrometerorite and Localized Shading
- Bifacial Array Generates Power from Both Sides
- Low Magnetic Moment Signature
- Small Stowed Volume
- Blanket Enclosure Available for Standalone Systems
- Flat Sat Configuration Available
- Solar Array Drive Assembly (SADA) compatible
- Optional Blanket Yoke available
- Optional HDRMs available
- Space Stable Design (Hardened for UV, Radiation, and Atomic Oxygen)
- Designed Lifetime: 7 years - LEO
- Ascent/Launch Survival for Multiple Vehicles
- Built-in Offload GSE Interfaces
Electroluminescence
Beta Prototype Testing
Electroluminescence photos of a recent 3kW beta prototype, were taken following a deployment demonstration to visually inspect for workmanship.
Deployment Mechanism
Beta prototype scalable pantograph boom mechanism (24.6ft shown).
Stowed
Start of Deployment
Middle of Deployment
