SPS (Remote Solar Power Generation)
A modular photovoltaic power generation system for satellites and balloon payloads, scalable from single cells to multi-kilowatt arrays.
Technical specifications
- Power rating
- 110 W / panel direct solar flux
- Array range
- 50-1600W
- Feedback interface
- RS-232/485
- Charge control
- Integrated
- Optional feature
- GPS tracking
- Panel sizes
- 1U (satellite), 350mm square (balloon)
About
SPS is StarSpec’s remote solar power generation solution, a photovoltaic system rated at 110 W per panel of direct solar flux. It offers per-cell, per-panel, and per-array modularity, supporting configurations from 50W to 1600W. The system includes integrated charge control, RS-232/485 feedback, multiple voltage options, and optional GPS tracking capability, available in standard satellite (1U) panel sizes as well as balloon-borne 350mm square panels.
Documentation
No public datasheet yet — request the datasheet / ICD from the supplier.