Investigations of microwave plasmas - Applications in electrothermal thruster systemsExperimental studies which have been conducted to develop understanding of plasma processes used for spacecraft propulsion are reviewed. The techniques discussed are calorimetry and volume measurements using the TM 011 and TM 012 modes in the microwave cavity system. The use of plasmas in electrical propulsion and microwave induction is reviewed. Plasma containment, microwave power production, energy distribution, and the pressure and flow dependence of the energy distribution are addressed. The plasma dimensions and their dependence on pressure, flow, and power are considered.
Document ID
19890059413
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Haraburda, Scott S. (Michigan State Univ. East Lansing, MI, United States)
Hawley, Martin C. (Michigan State University East Lansing, United States)