We propose a new type of energy storage device designed specifically for space applications. It consists of flywheels using superconducting bearings, and conceivably could support an international Space Station in Earth orbit as well as a lunar colony or planetary outpost.


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    Title :

    Flywheels for Energy Storage in Space Using Superconducting Bearings


    Contributors:
    Wilson, T. L. (author) / Chu, W. K. (author) / Ma, K. (author) / Xia, H. (author)

    Conference:

    Fifth International Conference on Space ; 1996 ; Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States



    Publication date :

    1996-07-19




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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