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FirePhysChem, 2021 This paper presents the status of developments worldwide regarding use of hybrid rocket motors for space transportation. Historical roots are presented and reasons for revisiting hybrid technology after a few decades of limited interest are examined ...
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This research presents the experimental development and performance validation of PAMP ULTRA (Phased Array Microwave Plasma - Ultimate Laboratory Research Advancement), a revolutionary electric propulsion system achieving unprecedented 99.5% ionization efficiency - approaching the theoretical maximum for plasma-based propulsion.
Okushigue, Jefferson M.
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System Design of Resistojet Thruster for Space Application [PDF]
علوم، فناوری و کاربردهای فضایی, 2021 In complicated systems such as satellites, each subsystem's design can affect the design of the overall system. In the design procedure, the effect of each technology on the other components should be determined. Because of increasing in space trash, the
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Diversity of Physical Processes: Challenges and Opportunities for Space Electric Propulsion
Applied Sciences, 2022 The renewed interest in space exploration has led to the growth in research efforts pertaining to advanced space propulsion systems, including highly efficient electric propulsion systems.
Igor Levchenko +7 more
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NASA's In-Space Propulsion Technology Program: Overview and Update [PDF]
40th AIAA/ASME/SAE/ASEE Joint Propulsion Conference and Exhibit, 2004 NASA's In-Space Propulsion Technology Program is investing in technologies that have the potential to revolutionize the robotic exploration of deep space. For robotic exploration and science missions, increased efficiencies of future propulsion systems are critical to reduce overall life-cycle costs and, in some cases, enable missions previously ...
Les Johnson +4 more
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Bridging the Technology Gap: Strategies for Hybrid Rocket Engines
Aerospace, 2023 Hybrid rocket propulsion, first demonstrated by the Russian GIRD-09 rocket in 1933, combines liquid oxidizer and solid fuel for thrust generation. Despite numerous advantages, such as enhanced safety, controllability, and potential environmental benefits,
Christopher Glaser +2 more
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Electric Propulsion Methods for Small Satellites: A Review
Aerospace, 2021 Over 2500 active satellites are in orbit as of October 2020, with an increase of ~1000 smallsats in the past two years. Since 2012, over 1700 smallsats have been launched into orbit. It is projected that by 2025, there will be 1000 smallsats launched per
Dillon O’Reilly +2 more
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The NASA In-Space Propulsion Technology Project's Current Products and Future Directions [PDF]
46th AIAA/ASME/SAE/ASEE Joint Propulsion Conference & Exhibit, 2010 Since its inception in 2001, the objective of the In-Space12 Propulsion Technology (ISPT) project has been developing and delivering in-space propulsion technologies that enable or enhance NASA robotic science missions. These in-space propulsion technologies are applicable, and potentially enabling for future NASA flagship and sample return missions ...
David Anderson +5 more
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Low-thrust liquid-propellant rocket engines as part of advanced ultralight rocket vehicle systems
Космические аппараты и технологии, 2021 This work examines the most promising design solutions for the creation of propulsion systems for ultra-light launch vehicles by small private enterprises in the rocket and space industry.
T. A. Basharina +4 more
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Results in Engineering, 2023 A growing number of space missions use electric propulsion systems due to their higher specific impulse and greater efficiency compared to chemical propulsion systems.
Ugur Kokal, Emin Saridede, Murat Celik
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