Publication Date:
2019-07-13
Description:
Information on the field and particle interfaces of electron bombardment ion thruster systems was summarized. Major areas discussed were the nonpropellant particles, neutral propellant, ion beam, low energy plasma, and fields. Spacecraft functions and subsystems reviewed were solar arrays, thermal control systems, optical sensors, communications, science, structures and materials, and potential control.
Keywords:
SPACECRAFT PROPULSION AND POWER
Type:
NASA-TM-78850
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E-9571
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Intern. Elec. Propulsion Conf.; Apr 25, 1978 - Apr 27, 1978; San Diego, CA; United States
Format:
application/pdf
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