Solar Array Simulator

SAS - AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

A spacecraft solar array is subjected to large temperature excursions, varying insolation (the amount of sunlight falling on the array), mechanical changes and aging, which substantially effect both its short and long term performance. In order to test the spacecraft's power environment, a cost-effective solution for ground based testing is to utilize a solar array simulator.

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Engineered Systems

AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

When a catalog product cannot completely satisfy a requirement, AMETEK Programmable Power's Solutions Business provides custom power supply systems and integrations. The solutions range from OEM integration for medical and semiconductor industries to modular avionics ATE power subsystems to turnkey solar array simulators for satellites. We also can modify power supplies to meet your application requirements.

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Standalone Terrestrial Solar Array Photovoltaic Simulator

TerraSAS (ETS Series) - AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

For microgrids, energy storage, and inverter test applications, the TerraSAS™ series photovoltaic (PV) simulators are specifically designed to emulate the dynamic electrical behavior of a terrestrial PV solar array. They offer low output capacitance and high closed loop bandwidth to keep up with the advanced Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) algorithms used in today’s grid-tied inverters. The Embedded TerraSAS (ETS) is a high performance solution in a small form factor that combines an agile power supply with an innovative I-V curve generator in a single standalone unit.

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Spacecraft Power Bus Simulator

AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

*Provides enhanced measurement and data-logging of up to 40 channels.*Bus Power Monitoring Unit (BPMU) can be easily relocated to TVAC chamber to ease cabling complications*Data can be viewed either in spreadsheet or graphical format*Spacecraft (Payload) Protection Unit (SPU) provides 10 μsec reaction to out-of-tolerance conditions g

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Radar Power Bus Simulation

AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

Provides sequenced programmable power to a phased array radar test facility

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Programmable High-Current

Copperhead - AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

Provides 15,000A DC at 5V DC in current mode*Single complete package*Integrated bus bars*Current mode Analog programming*Input 400VAC, 220A/ph, Delta

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Power Special Test Equipment

PSTE - AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

There are several key benefits of the PSTE. First, it is a complete turnkey system that is capable of operating locally through a simple GUI interface or remotely via a host computer as a single Ethernet address. The spacecraft engineer who defines the spacecraft power bus limits, cabling scheme, mode simultaneity matrix, and system behavior based upon limit conditions implements the real intelligence of the system. From this definition, operating procedures can be generated to allow spacecraft technicians to operate the system, system protections are implemented that perform cable detection and mode verification, automated spacecraft fixture identification and related mode capability, and more.

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OEM DC Power System For Semiconductor

AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

*Single Package 6-Pack of 600W power supplies*Complete self-contained controller operates independently once pre-set*Capable of ramps and sequences*Capable of inter-channel dependent operation*DeviceNet Interface*Solid State polarity switching

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Battery String Simulator

BSS - AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

The Elgar Battery String Simulators (BSS) provide safe, reliable battery power for spacecraft testing. The broad range of features available ensures simulation capabilities for more than just two terminal power. It's the ideal solution for complete integrated system testing, not just battery elimination.

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Avionics ATE Power Subsystem

AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

*Provides eight channels of programmable DC power with output isolation function*Output disconnect function*Total control via Ethernet within power supply.*Mounted in custom in transportable shock-mount case.

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DC Power / Energy Absorber Test System

AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

The Energy Absorber Test System includes power supplies and a regenerative energy absorber with a rating of 400VDC at ±150A. The system consists of DC power supplies, an AC distribution and interlock system, an energy absorber chassis and an absorber load resistor chassis. The power sources are equipped with a remote control option allowing control via GPIB or with front panel controls in local mode. The operation of the specific parts of the system is described in the sections below.

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Thermal Vacuum Heater Power

AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

Provides programmable power to heater elements

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Water Cooled Laser Power Current Source

AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc.

Provides main power directly to the laser diode stacks.

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