Photovoltaic Power System for Satellite Earth Stations in Remote Areas: Project Status and Design Description

Abstract

A photovoltaic power system will be installed at a remote location in Indonesia to provide power for a satellite earth station and a classroom for video and audio teleconferences. The earth station may also provide telephone service to a nearby village. This activity is being implemented in support of the Agency for International Development's Rural Satellite Program. The purpose of this program is to demonstrate the use of satellite commnunications for development assistance applications. The purpose of the photovoltaic power system project is to demonstrate the suitability of a hybrid photovoltaic diesel generator power system for remote satellite earth stations. This paper discusses the Indonesian Rural Satellite Project and describes the photovoltaic power system.