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In-Space Propulsion (ISP) Solar Sail Propulsion Technology DevelopmentAn overview of the rationale and content for Solar Sail Propulsion (SSP), the on-going project to advance solar technology from technology readiness level 3 to 6 will be provided. A descriptive summary of the major and minor component efforts underway will include identification of the technology providers and a listing of anticipated products Recent important results from major system ground demonstrators will be provided. Finally, a current status of all activities will provided along with the most recent roadmap for the SSP technology development program.
Document ID
20050000098
Acquisition Source
Marshall Space Flight Center
Document Type
Preprint (Draft being sent to journal)
Authors
Montgomery, Edward E., IV
(NASA Marshall Space Flight Center Huntsville, AL, United States)
Date Acquired
September 7, 2013
Publication Date
September 22, 2004
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Meeting Information
Meeting: 36th Annual Division for Planetary Sciences
Location: Louisville, KY
Country: United States
Start Date: November 8, 2004
End Date: November 10, 2004
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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