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The Momentum-Exchange/Electrodynamic Reboost Tether System (MXER) is a reusable in-space propulsion concept currently being studied by NASA as a means to boost payloads from low Earth orbit (LEO) without the use of propellants. For a given payload mass, there are numerous configurations of the tethered system that would provide the desired ∆v. This study examines the optimization of MXER subject to realistic constraints in order to achieve the minimum mass solution. Quantitative results for a specific design reference mission are presented as well as a qualitative analysis of the general optimal solution space. |
