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MPD arcjet systemThe current status and future prospects of the magnetoplasmadynamic (MPD) arcjet system are described. Recent research activities on the chemical rocket and electric propulsion are discussed. The characteristics of various MPD arcjet systems including the Komaba-I system developed by the Institute of Space and Astronautical Science of the Tokyo University are analyzed. The applications of the MPD arcjet system to the satellite test, lunar mission, free flyer test, space station test, and heliospheric exploration are discussed.
Document ID
19870008414
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Kuriki, K. (NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Date Acquired
September 5, 2013
Publication Date
February 1, 1987
Publication Information
ISSN: 0021-4663
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Report/Patent Number
NASA-TM-88581
NAS 1.15:88581
Accession Number
87N17847
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NASW-3541
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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