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Maximum propellant utilization in an electron bombardment thrusterCurrent theory and experimental data on propellant utilization in electron bombardment ion thrusters are reviewed. Because the majority of investigations have been conducted with mercury, the presentation emphasizes that propellant. The results are presented in as general a form as possible to facilitate use in areas other than space propulsion.
Document ID
19720018952
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Kaufman, H. R. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Cohen, A. J. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Date Acquired
August 6, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1971
Publication Information
Publication: BNL Proc. of the Symp. on Ion Sources and Formation of Ion Beams
Subject Category
Propulsion Systems
Report/Patent Number
NASA-TM-X-68384
Accession Number
72N26602
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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