Abstract A Field Emission Electric Propulsion (FEEP) system for nano-satellite propulsion is discussed. The feasibility of the technology is considered, taking into account both the nano-satellite and the FEEP thruster. In order to meet short-term nano-satellite applications, the emphasis is to understand performance capabilities of the total system in a LEO mission. This is achieved by considering the available technology, development and cost of launch for nano-satellite(s) as well as FEEP propulsion system requirements in order to meet those demands. FEEP propellant (Cesium and Rubidium) contamination is identified as one of the major problems with this propulsion system. A FEEP thruster demonstration mission is considered here in order to validate this propulsion system for possible future missions. Both rotation and translation operational modes are identified for the first demonstrator mission. FEEP nano-satellite performance is demonstrated using different software tools such as Satellite Tool Kit (STK) and the AOCS Design Software (ADS) simulation programs from ESA.


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    Title :

    Nano Satellite Propulsion using FEEP Thrusters


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    Publication date :

    2002-01-01


    Size :

    4 pages





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    Article/Chapter (Book)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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