Modeling, Simulation, and Design of an Electrostatic Colloid Thruster

Abstract

Presented in this report is a modeling design process for a colloid micro-thruster. Topics discussed are acceleration grid effects, extractor grid effects and performance prediction and optimization.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 17, 2002
Accession Number
ADA410831

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People

  • David Kirtley
  • J. M. Fife

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  • Air Force Research Laboratory

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  • Physics

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  • Aerospace Propulsion Engineering.
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  • Space
  • Space - Hall-Effect Thruster