Advanced Deployable/Retractable Solar Panel System for Satellite Applications
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Modern low earth orbit (LEO) satellites that require multi-mission flexibility are highly likely to be repositioned between different operational orbits. While executing this process the satellite may experience high levels of vibration and environmental hazards, exposing the deployed solar panel to dangerous stress levels, fatigue and space debris, hence it is desirable to retract the solar satellite repositioning to avoid damage or failure. A novel concept of deployable/retractable hybrid solar array system composed of both rigid and flexible solar panels arranged within a petal formation, aimed to provide a greater power to v ratio while dramatically reducing mass and cost is proposed. Keywords—Deployable Solar Panel, Satellite, Retractable Solar Panel, Hybrid Solar Panel.
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