K. L. Atkins
Abstract
The principles of spacecraft electric (ion thruster) propulsion are briefly reviewed. Attention is given to the inner and outer planet applications of electric (and solar electric) propulsion. Electric propulsion is considered as a stepping stone to nuclear electric propulsion.
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The principles of spacecraft electric (ion thruster) propulsion are briefly reviewed. Attention is given to the inner and outer planet applications of electric (and solar electric) propulsion. Electric propulsion is considered as a stepping stone to nuclear electric propulsion.
Key concepts: Electrically powered spacecraft propulsion, Propulsion, Ion thruster, In-space propulsion technologies, Aerospace engineering, Laser propulsion, Spacecraft propulsion, Spacecraft