TAMPA, Fla., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Merida Aerospace, a Tampa-based aerospace company, is developing perovskite solar cells tailored for space applications, with a specific emphasis on enhancing performance and economy for low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites.
LEO satellites often rely on solar panels as their primary power source, capturing sunlight during orbital solar exposure for sustained operation. These panels enhance weight efficiency by reducing the need for excessive number of batteries, enabling autonomous function during intermittent access to sunlight while in low earth orbit.
Gallium arsenide solar panels, with efficiencies around 30%, have been the go-to for solar cells in the space solar energy field. Gallium arsenide material exhibits unique semiconductor properties, making it ideal for space applications. However, despite their performance, gallium…
