Citation
Abstract
In expectation of increases in cost and decreases in supply of currently available energy forms, the DSN is studying the installation of systems which will provide reliable Deep Space Communications Complex energy in stable amounts and at stable cost. One of the main factors in improving the economic viability of such an installation is the efficiency with which the useful energy forms resulting from the conversion of the stable energy form to be provided can be distributed to the consumers. The aim of the following general distribution model is to provide a method for the optimal design of a network for the distribution of several different types of energy to users and for the optimal operation of such a network when installed. When such a network is operational the consumers’ demand for energy can be ascertained by real-time sampling but during the design phase these energy demands are known only stochastically. The initial model below describes the case of known constant demand and will form the basis of a subsequent model of the stochastic demand case. An algorithm to be used in the solution of this model problem is also outlined.
Details
- Volume
- 42-23
- Published
- October 15, 1974
- Pages
- 132–151
- File Size
- 1.6 MB