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Autor:
R. L. Sackheim, D. C. Byers
Publikováno v:
Journal of Propulsion and Power. 14:669-675
In-space propulsion is required for multiple, critical, postlaunch functions for most space missions. The propulsion functions are broadly classi ed as insertion, on-orbit (including stationkeeping, repositioning, constellation management, etc.), a
Autor:
D. C. Byers
Publikováno v:
13th International Electric Propulsion Conference.
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 an
Autor:
T. H. Silva, D. C. Byers
Publikováno v:
16th Joint Propulsion Conference.
The paper discusses a potential application of electric propulsion to perform orbit transfer of a large spacecraft structure to geosynchronous orbit (GEO) from LEO, utilizing a nuclear reactor space power source in the spacecraft on a shared basis. T
Publikováno v:
Conference on Advanced Technology for Future Space Systems.
A general methodology is presented which allows prediction of the overall characteristics of thrust systems employing electron-bombardment ion thrusters. Elements of the thrust system are defined and their characteristics presented in a parametric fa
Autor:
V. K. Rawlin, D. C. Byers
Publikováno v:
12th International Electric Propulsion Conference.
The results of an anlaysis of electron bombardment ion propulsion systems for use in the transportation and on-orbit operations of large space systems are presented. Using baseline technology from the ongoing primary propulsion program and other sour
Autor:
D. C. Byers
Publikováno v:
14th International Electric Propulsion Conference.
The use of advanced electric propulsion systems is expected to provide cost and performance benefits for future energetic space missions. A methodology to predict the characteristics of advanced electric propulsion systems was developed and programme
Publikováno v:
8th Electric Propulsion Conference.
SERT 2 spacecraft ion thrustor ground tests and flight operation, tabulating performance data
Publikováno v:
6th Aerospace Sciences Meeting.
Mercury bombardment permanent magnet Kaufman thrustor using hollow cathode for SERT 2 mission, discussing performance characteristics and configurations