| 1 |
Introduction (PDF - 1.6MB) |
| 2 |
Fundamentals and Definitions (PDF) |
| 3–4 |
Mission Analysis (PDF) |
| 5 |
Review of Classical Astrodynamics (PDF) |
| 6 |
Analytical Approximations for Low Thrust Maneuvers (PDF) |
| 7 |
Sub-optimal Climb and Plane Change (PDF) |
| 8 |
Basic Electromagnetic Theory and Plasma Physics (PDF) |
| 9 |
Overview of the Physics in the Plasma Sheath (PDF) |
| 10 |
Electrostatic Thrusters (Kaufman Ion Engines) (PDF) |
| 11 |
Characterization of Space Propulsion Devices (PDF - 3.7MB) |
| 12 |
Monopropellant Thrusters (PDF) |
| 13 |
Electrothermal Augmentation (PDF) |
| 14 |
Plasmas in Equilibrium (PDF) |
| 15 |
Arcjet Thrusters (PDF) |
| 16 |
Hall Thrusters (PDF) |
| 17 |
Hall Thruster Efficiency (PDF) |
| 18 |
Hall Thrusters: Fluid Model of the Discharge (PDF) |
| 19 |
Plasma Accelerators / Magneto Plasma Dynamic (MPD) Thrusters (PDF - 1.1MB) |
| 20 |
Electrospray Propulsion (PDF) |
| 21 |
Laboratory Project Presentations & Discussion |
| 22–23 |
Cone-jet Electrosprays, or Colloid Thrusters (PDF) |
| 24 |
Ion Emission and the Pure Ionic Regime (PDF - 1.1MB) |
| 25 |
Electrodynamic Tethers (PDF) |