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Solar power has long been heralded as a promising remedy to the energy crisis, primarily due to its ability to convert the Sun's inexhaustible radiation into usable electricity. Nevertheless, the challenges of implementing solar technology on Earth are substantial. The effectiveness of solar panels is heavily influenced by geographic location, weather conditions, and time of day, as they only operate when exposed to direct sunlight. Additionally, the Earth’s atmosphere reflects approximately 30% of incoming sunlight, further limiting the efficiency of solar energy collection.
Given these circumstances, researchers and engineers are searching for alternative solutions to harness solar power more effectively—potentially far above the surface of our planet.