Recent progress and perspectives of space electric propulsion systems based on smart nanomaterials

Autor: I. Levchenko, S. Xu, G. Teel, D. Mariotti, M. L. R. Walker, M. Keidar
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2018
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Zdroj: Nature Communications, Vol 9, Iss 1, Pp 1-19 (2018)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2041-1723
DOI: 10.1038/s41467-017-02269-7
Popis: Miniaturized spacecraft built from advanced nanomaterials are poised for unmanned space exploration. In this review, the authors examine the integration of nanotechnology in electric propulsion systems and propose the concept of self-healing and adaptive thrusters.
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