Automation of Space Station module power management and distribution system
Viewgraphs on automation of space station module (SSM) power management and distribution (PMAD) system are presented. Topics covered include: reasons for power system automation; SSM/PMAD approach to automation; SSM/PMAD test bed; SSM/PMAD topology; functional partitioning; SSM/P
Selection note: Curated for Space Station module power-management automation, including topology, functional partitioning, rack autonomy, an AI testbed, and identified future needs.
Evidence boundary: Only NTRS metadata and an abstract are open here; the viewgraphs, testbed results, and transfer to modern safety-critical power systems were not validated. It is historical autonomy context, not claim evidence.
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ntrs-19930018627
Topic
power-thermal
Type
Conference Paper
Publisher
Legacy CDMS
Authors
Bechtel, Robert; Weeks, Dave; Walls, Bryan
Year
1990
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metadata curated editorial draft
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GShips Project editorial synthesis
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2026-07-25
Source-supplied abstract
Viewgraphs on automation of space station module (SSM) power management and distribution (PMAD) system are presented. Topics covered include: reasons for power system automation; SSM/PMAD approach to automation; SSM/PMAD test bed; SSM/PMAD topology; functional partitioning; SSM/PMAD control; rack level autonomy; FRAMES AI system; and future technology needs for power system automation.
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