Use of electrical propulsion for space maneuvers is discussed, and it is shown that for any given maneuver it is possible to define spacecraft parameters which maximize mass in final orbit; examples of various orbital transfers are given, and it is suggested that flexibility conferred by electrical propulsion can greatly extend scope for scientific investigations in space. (16482)


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    Title :

    Space science and electrical propulsion


    Additional title:

    Roy Soc London -- Proc Ser A


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    1969


    Size :

    25 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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