Re: how was the probe to mars being powered.

Date: Thu Sep 23 14:40:52 1999
Posted By: Michael McDonald, Staff, V.P./Exe. Director NanoComputer Dream Team, NanoComputer Dream Team
Area of science: Astronomy
ID: 938089565.As

Message:


The Probe will be powered by Lithium-Thionyl Chloride primary 
(non-rechargable) batteries 
Two batteries wired in parallel. Each battery has four "D-sized" cells
Capacity: 600 milliamp-hours at -80 C (-112 F) 
Operating range: 6 to 14 volts 
Shelf life: 2.5 years 
Low weight: 40 grams (1.4 ounces) per cell 
Capable of surviving high shock (<60,000 Gs)
I would suggest you go to the following address and you can get all the 
specifics about the probe and how it works. http://nmp.jpl.nasa.gov/ds2/Probe

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