SPACE-BASED SOLAR POWER STATION
Importance of Studying the Galactic Survival and Coming Solar Energy Society
| [Author] | Hiroshi Matsumoto |
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Publishing Date: Jun 25, 2011
Pages: 256
ISBN:978-4-7993-1016-8
Unique Selling Points
As the Whole World Explores Alternative Energy to Nuclear Power.
Seeking the Solution in a Large Scale.
Contents
Due to the disastrous accident at Fukushima Dai-ichi Nuclear Power Plant caused by the 3.11 Tōhoku Earthquake and tsunami, energy reform was needed to avoide dependence on nuclear power. The author suggests that we can tackle this energy shortage with Solar Power Satellite (SPS) construction. SPS is a satellite that can deliver the electricity generated from the solar cell panel to the earth by converting it into microwave. The field of SPS is the key tool with high expectation for the survival of mankind in the coming future, where Japan’s first-class techniques can lead the whole world. A pioneer who has spent most of his life on both domestic and international projects on SPS research, the author illustrates its possibility and hopeful future. It is a must-read, especially for those in disaster-hit Japan, as the nation attempts to stand up once again and take a step forward in space.
In the Book:
- Unlimited possibilities in space
- Conflict between the wealthy society and the penniless Earth
- Ideas shifting from sustainability to survivability
- Decision Time for Japan: from minor power in energy to galactic superpower
- What is SPS?
About the Author
Hiroshi Matsumoto
Professor Matsumoto is a doctor of engineering specializing in cosmic radio wave engineering, cosmic plasma physics, and cosmic energy engineering. Born in 1942 in Nara, Japan. He graduated from Kyoto University in 1965 with major in Electronics Engineering. Since then he has held various positions including Associate Professor at Engineering Department, Director of Research Institute for Sustainable Humanosphere, Chairman and Vice-President of Kyoto University where he has served as President since October 2008. He has also served as the chairman of Society of Geomagnetism and Earth, Planetary and Space Sciences (GEPSS), chairman of Union Radio-Scientifique Internationale (URSI), and a member of the cabinet committee. He has been praised for his efforts both in Japan and abroad, including as the recipient of Yuri Gagarin Medal, Shijuhosho (a medal of honor in Japan), Booker Gold Medal, and various others. His works include SPACE DEVELOPMENT AND COMPUTERS (Kyoritsu Shuppan Co., Ltd.), and SPS REPORT (URSI).
