Space power technology applied to the energy problem
Abstract
A solution to the energy problem is suggested through the technology of photovoltaic electrolysis of water to generate hydrogen. Efficient solar devices are discussed in relation to available solar energy, and photovoltaic energy cost. It is concluded that photovoltaic electrolytic generation of hydrogen will be economically feasible in 1985.
- Publication:
-
Engineering and Productivity Gains from Space Technology
- Pub Date:
- May 1977
- Bibcode:
- 1977epgs.proc..257M
- Keywords:
-
- Aerospace Engineering;
- Electrolysis;
- Hydrogen Production;
- Water;
- Energy Consumption;
- Fossil Fuels;
- Nuclear Fuels;
- Photovoltaic Conversion;
- Solar Cells;
- Solar Energy;
- Electronics and Electrical Engineering