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Radiation Propulsion For Maintaining OrbitsBrief report proposes radiative propulsion systems for maintaining precise orbits of spacecraft. Radiation from electrical heaters directed outward by paraboloidal reflectors to produce small forces to oppose uncontrolled drag and solar-radiative forces perturbing orbits. Minimizes or eliminates need to fire rocket thrusters to correct orbits.
Document ID
19950065630
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - NASA Tech Brief
Authors
Richter, Robert
(Caltech)
Date Acquired
August 17, 2013
Publication Date
September 1, 1995
Publication Information
Publication: NASA Tech Briefs
Volume: 19
Issue: 9
ISSN: 0145-319X
Subject Category
Mechanics
Report/Patent Number
NPO-19276
Accession Number
95B10471
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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