In: Mechanical Engineering
Space-based solar is gaining interest. Arrays of solar panels are placed in orbit to capture solar energy. The energy is then transmitted wirelessly to earth. The primary advantage being that a space-based photovoltaic array receives the full AM0 solar radiation for potentially 24 hours per day. What wireless power transmission efficiency is necessary to compete with an equivalent PV array in Honolulu on 23 March 2018 from both a power and an energy perspective?