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This is the frequently asked questions (FAQ) chapter, the place you can go for answers to the top ten questions asked about space-based solar power—questions such as, “Why are solar power satellites needed, are they feasible and when will we see them?”
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Flournoy, D. (2012). Top Ten Things to Know About Space Solar Power. In: Solar Power Satellites. SpringerBriefs in Space Development. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-2000-2_10
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