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Electric propulsion and powerThe development of electric propulsion systems is discussed and the benefits of these systems to various space mission requirements are outlined. The characteristics and development status of 8 and 30 cm mercury ion thrusters and solar electric propulsion systems are reported. In addition the advantages of an inert gas thruster for Earth orbital missions are examined and include its capability for operation at higher values of specific impulse, the ease at which it can be integrated with space systems, and it's low pollution potential.
Document ID
19800022959
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Byers, D. C. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
July 1, 1980
Publication Information
Publication: Large Space Systems(Low-Thrust Propulsion Technol.
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Accession Number
80N31465
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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