NASA electric propulsion programThe NASA Electric Propulsion technology program is focused at three major specific objectives - to develop the Baseline Solar Electric Propulsion (SEP) technology for interplanetary transportation applications; to develop ion thruster technology for auxiliary propulsion applications; and to research fundamental processes and advanced concepts. This paper will discuss accomplishments since the last Electric Propulsion Conference, the current status of the program, and future directions.
Document ID
19800026239
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Hudson, W. R. (NASA Electric Propulsion Branch Washington, D.C., United States)
Date Acquired
August 10, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1979
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 79-2118Report Number: AIAA PAPER 79-2118
Meeting Information
Meeting: International Electric Propulsion Conference