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Numerical simulations of the electrodynamic interactions between the Tethered-Satellite-System and space plasmaThe first Tethered-Satellite-System (TSS-1), scheduled for a flight in late 1992, is expected to provide relevant information related to the concept of generating an emf in a 20-km-long (or longer) conducting wire. This paper presents numerical simulations of the electrodynamic interactions between the TSS system and space plasma, using a 2D and 3D models of the system. The 2D case code simulates the motion of a long cylinder past a plasma, which is composed of electrons and H(+) ions. The system is solved by allowing the plasma to flow past the cylinder with an imposed magnetic field. The more complex 3D case is considered to study the dynamics in great detail. Results of 2D simulation show that the interaction of a satellite with plasma flowing perpendicularly to the magnetic field results in an enhancement in the current collection.
Document ID
19920056079
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Vashi, Bharat I.
(Alabama, University Huntsville, United States)
Date Acquired
August 15, 2013
Publication Date
March 1, 1992
Subject Category
Spacecraft Design, Testing And Performance
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 92-1630
Accession Number
92A38703
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAS8-37107
CONTRACT_GRANT: NASW-1562
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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