Applications of electric propulsion in scientific space projects: Benefits, features, and implementation examples

Benefits and features of electric propulsion systems (EPSs) are analyzed in the context of interplanetary travel in the Solar System. A methodological approach to assessing the performance of EPSs is formulated and illustrated by the example of a space mission to Venus.

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Published in:Solar system research 2012-12, Vol.46 (7), p.523-530
Main Authors: Martynov, M. B., Petukhov, V. G.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Aerospace engineering
Astronomy
Astrophysics and Astroparticles
Astrophysics and Cosmology
Electric propulsion
Electricity
Observations and Techniques
Performance assessment
Physics
Physics and Astronomy
Planetology
Solar system
Space exploration
Space missions
Spacecraft
Venus
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Summary:Benefits and features of electric propulsion systems (EPSs) are analyzed in the context of interplanetary travel in the Solar System. A methodological approach to assessing the performance of EPSs is formulated and illustrated by the example of a space mission to Venus.
ISSN:0038-0946
1608-3423
DOI:10.1134/S0038094612070180