Two flight-type 1.4-kW hydrazine arcjet systems developed and tested under Lewis program. Each consists of thrustor, gas generator, and power-processing unit. Performance significantly improved. Technology transferred to user community, and first commercial flight anticipated in 1993.


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    Title :

    Arc-Jet Thrustor Development


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    Publication date :

    1993-04-01



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    Miscellaneous


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    Language :

    English


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