Thermal management in satellites

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Thermal management techniques in satellites are crucial for maintaining operational temperatures and supporting various thermal loads. Conduction is effective for heat transfer within the satellite, but radiation is the primary limiting factor for heat dissipation. Effective thermal control is essential to prevent overheating and ensure the reliability of satellite components in space. Resources such as NASA documents and specialized articles provide further insights into thermal control strategies. Understanding these techniques is vital for optimizing satellite performance in harsh space environments.
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How effective are the thermal management techniques in satellites? What kind thermal loads can they support? And I take it that while conduction can be used to transfer heat from one area of the satellite to another, that the ultimate limiting factor is the amount that it can dissipate as radiation?
 
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