Power Beaming: History, Theory, And Practice (World Scientific Series on Emerging Technologies: Avram Bar-Cohen Memorial Series)
Paul Jaffe (Author), Tom Nugent (Author), Bernd Strassner Ii (Author), Mitchel Szazynski (Author) & 1 more
This comprehensive volume traces the development of power beaming technology, from its theoretical underpinnings to practical applications. It delves into the physics of energy transmission, explores historical proposals and research, and examines current advancements in laser and microwave beaming systems. The authors discuss the challenges and opportunities in fields like space-based solar power, lunar resource utilization, and propulsion.