Research Progress on Improving Photovoltaic Conversion Efficiency in Lunar Rovers
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https://doi.org/10.54097/hset.v43i.7406Keywords:
Lunar Rover, Photovoltaic Conversion Efficiency, solar panel materials, solar panel structure.Abstract
With the deepening of human exploration of the moon, the requirements for essential technology applications such as the energy reserve of the lunar rover have also increased. Moreover, a steady supply of energy is what the moon rover needs, and how to obtain a reliable energy supply is also a concern of humans. Improving solar energy conversion efficiency is a feasible way to solve this problem. The paper reviews the measures and research progress of improving the solar energy conversion efficiency of the lunar vehicle. Firstly, analyze the selection of solar photovoltaic panel materials, and introduce the research and selection of various materials. Secondly, summarize the methods to reduce the amount of lunar dust in contact with solar panels. Lastly, analyze the design of solar panel structure, the insolation efficiency under different systems, the control principle, and its characteristics.
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