Small Solar Panel
Description
A solar panel converts solar radiation into electrical energy. This module consists of panels on a movable structure that allows them to rotate towards the sun and hide underground at night.
Solar panels are the primary source of electricity on the lunar base but cannot function during long lunar nights. Standardized panels for use on the Moon vary in the surface area of the photovoltaic cells: increasing the size of the panel allows for the absorption and conversion of more solar energy.
Solar energy has been the foundation for space exploration since the space race of the 20th century. Industrial exploitation of the Moon and the transfer of production facilities have spurred the development of new energy technologies, but solar panels remain the cheapest and most widely used energy source on the satellite.
Stats
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Research Type | None Required |
| Research Name | None Required |
| Power Consumption | +30 |
| CPU Consumption | 2 |
Research
No research is required for this Module.
Building Cost
1 Steel(
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