Electrochromic emissivity modulator for spacecraft thermal management |
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Authors: | Hulya Demiryont David Moorehead |
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Affiliation: | aEclipse Energy Systems, Inc., 2345 Anvil Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33710, USA |
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Abstract: | A novel electrochromic device (ECD) working in mid- to long-wave infrared (IR) region is presented, comprising of a solid-state monolithic thin film system for adjusting heat rejection/receiving levels on attached surfaces. The system is an electrically controllable active emissivity modulator. EclipseVED™, variable-emissivity ECD, is designed for satellite and spacecraft thermal control, using an active ECD system for long-wave infrared (LWIR) modulation and a passive cold mirror for solar rejection. Emissivity modulation of the system is 0.8 for 7–12 μm region while average solar rejection is 80% in the vis–NIR region. Device properties and initial space test results are also presented. |
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Keywords: | Electrochromic Thin film Variable emissivity Thermal management Infrared |
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