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Skill for spacecraft power system sizing and analysis

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Spacecraft Power Analysis Skill

Purpose

Enable comprehensive spacecraft power system sizing and analysis including solar array design, battery selection, and power budget management.

Capabilities

  • Power budget development
  • Solar array sizing and configuration
  • Battery sizing and selection
  • Eclipse and sunlight power analysis
  • Power regulation topology selection
  • Worst-case power analysis
  • End-of-life degradation modeling
  • Load scheduling optimization

Usage Guidelines

  • Define power requirements for all mission phases and modes
  • Account for solar array degradation over mission life
  • Size batteries for worst-case eclipse duration
  • Include power system losses in budget calculations
  • Consider thermal effects on power generation and storage
  • Document power budget margins and assumptions

Dependencies

  • MATLAB
  • Power system modeling tools
  • Spacecraft design software

Process Integration

  • AE-016: Spacecraft Power Budget Analysis