Fundamentals of Electric Propulsion
Fundamentals of Electric Propulsion

Author: Dan M. Goebel

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2008-12-22

Total Pages: 528

ISBN-13: 0470436263

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Throughout most of the twentieth century, electric propulsion was considered the technology of the future. Now, the future has arrived. This important new book explains the fundamentals of electric propulsion for spacecraft and describes in detail the physics and characteristics of the two major electric thrusters in use today, ion and Hall thrusters. The authors provide an introduction to plasma physics in order to allow readers to understand the models and derivations used in determining electric thruster performance. They then go on to present detailed explanations of: Thruster principles Ion thruster plasma generators and accelerator grids Hollow cathodes Hall thrusters Ion and Hall thruster plumes Flight ion and Hall thrusters Based largely on research and development performed at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and complemented with scores of tables, figures, homework problems, and references, Fundamentals of Electric Propulsion: Ion and Hall Thrusters is an indispensable textbook for advanced undergraduate and graduate students who are preparing to enter the aerospace industry. It also serves as an equally valuable resource for professional engineers already at work in the field.

Space Sciences Laboratory Publications and Presentations
Space Sciences Laboratory Publications and Presentations

Author: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2018-06-11

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13: 9781721000203

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This document lists the significant publications and presentations of the Space Sciences Laboratory during the period January 1 - December 31, 1998. Entries in the main part of the document are categorized according to NASA Reports (arranged by report number), Open Literature, and Presentations (arranged alphabetically by title). Most of the articles listed under Open Literature have appeared in refereed professional journals, books, monographs, or conference proceedings. Although many published abstracts are eventually expanded into full papers for publication in scientific and technical journals, they are often sufficiently comprehensive to include the significant results of the research reported. Therefore, published abstracts are listed separately in a subsection under Open Literature. Questions or requests for additional information about the entries in this report should be directed to Gregory S. Wilson (ES01; 544-7579) or to one of the authors. The organizational code of the cognizant SSL branch or office is given at the end of each entry.Summers, F. G. (Compiler)Marshall Space Flight CenterDOCUMENTATION; BIBLIOGRAPHIES; AEROSPACE SCIENCES; ABSTRACTS; NASA PROGRAMS

International Reference Guide to Space Launch Systems
International Reference Guide to Space Launch Systems

Author: Steven J. Isakowitz

Publisher: AIAA (American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics)

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 680

ISBN-13:

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This bestselling reference guide contains the most reliable and comprehensive material on launch programs in Brazil, China, Europe, India, Israel, and the United States. Packed with illustrations and figures, this edition has been updated and expanded, and offers a quick and easy data retrieval source for policy makers, planners, engineers, launch buyers, and students.

Chemical Kinetics and Photochemical Data for Use in Stratospheric Modeling
Chemical Kinetics and Photochemical Data for Use in Stratospheric Modeling

Author: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2018-07-23

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 9781723538780

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This is the eleventh in a series of evaluated sets of rate constants and photochemical cross sections compiled by the NASA Panel for Data Evaluation. The primary application of the data is in the modeling of stratospheric processes, with special emphasis on the ozone layer and its possible perturbation by anthropogenic and natural phenomena. Demore, W. B. and Sander, S. P. and Golden, D. M. and Hampson, R. F. and Kurylo, M. J. and Howard, C. J. and Ravishankara, A. R. and Kolb, C. E. and Molina, M. J. Jet Propulsion Laboratory NASA-CR-198863, JPL-PUBL-94-26, NAS 1.26:198863 NAS7-1260; RTOP 464-41-04-01-00...