Characteristics of the LeRC/Hughes J-series 30-cm engineering model thrusterAs a consequence of endurance and structural tests performed on 900-series engineering model thrusters (EMT), several modifications in design were found to be necessary for achieving performance goals. The modified thruster is known as the J-series EMT. The most important of the design modifications affect the accelerator grid, gimbal mount, cathode polepiece, and wiring harness. The paper discusses the design modifications incorporated, the condition(s) they corrected, and the characteristics of the modified thruster.
Document ID
19820031900
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other - Collected Works
Authors
Collett, C. R. (Hughes Research Labs. Malibu, CA, United States)
Poeschel, R. L. (Hughes Research Labs. Malibu, CA, United States)
Kami, S. (Hughes Research Laboratories Malibu, CA, United States)