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What is space solar power station (SSPs)?

Space solar power station (SSPS) are important space infrastructure for humans to efficiently utilize solar energy and can effectively reduce the pollution of fossil fuels to the earth’s natural environment. As the energy conversion system of SSPS, solar array is an important unit for the successful service of SSPS.

How does the International Space Station use solar energy?

As the International Space Station orbits Earth, its four pairs of solar arrays soak up the sun’s energy to provide electrical power for the numerous research and science investigations conducted every day, as well as the continued operations of the orbiting platform.

Could a space solar power station be the first?

As SBSP technology improves, many nations might compete to be the first in developing fully operational space solar power stations for the sake of securing energy independence and the economic advantages brought by an unlimited power source.

What is space solar energy & why is it important?

As the core system for utilizing space solar energy in the future, photovoltaic power generation systems have increasingly larger specifications (the kilometer-scale level) and higher power density (GW level), which makes the demand for high-efficiency and lightweight solar array power generation systems urgent.

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