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Evolution of the 1-mlb mercury ion thruster subsystemA general description and review of the auxiliary Electric Propulsion program, which led to the present 1-mlb (4.5 mN) thruster system, is presented. The developmental history, performance, and major lifetests of each component of the system are traced over the past 10 years. Major components include the 8-cm diameter ion thruster, the power processor, and the propellant reservoir and distribution system.
Document ID
19780048867
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Kerslake, W. R. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Banks, B. A. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, Ohio, United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
April 1, 1978
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 78-711B
Meeting Information
Meeting: International Electric Propulsion Conference
Location: San Diego, CA
Country: US
Start Date: April 25, 1978
End Date: April 27, 1978
Sponsors: Deutsche Gesellschaft fuer Luft- und Raumfahrt, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Accession Number
78A32776
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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