A hydrogen-oxygen fuel cell system is identified as a viable power source for a long range inhabited surface transportation system for the exploration of Mars. Power system weights and power requirements are determined as a function of vehicle weight. For vehicles weighing from 2700 to 7300 kg in LEO, the total power system weight ranges from 1140 to 1860 kg, with the reactants and energy conversion hardware (fuel cells, reactant storage, and radiator) weighing 430 to 555 kg and 610 to 1110 kg, respectively. Vehicle power requirements range from 45 kW for a 2700 kg vehicle to 110 kW for a 7300 kg vehicle. Power system specific weights and power profiles for housekeeping and the operation of scientific equipment such as coring drills and power tools are also specified.


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    Title :

    Long Range Inhabited Surface Transportation System Power Source for the Exploration of MARS (Manned MARS Mission)


    Contributors:
    L. Kohout (author) / M. Banyai (author) / R. Amick (author)

    Publication date :

    1986


    Size :

    9 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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