SPT-100 Thrust Forcing

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Gnizdor R. Y., Nesterenko А. N.^*, Mitrofanova O. A.^**

Experimental Design Bureau “Fakel”, 181, Moskovsky av, Kaliningrad, 236001, Russia

*e-mail: fakel@gazinter.net
**e-mail: info@fakel-russia.com

Abstract

Upgraded SPT-100 thruster model performances at low discharge voltage are presented. The thruster operation parameters region for spacecraft insertion into the target orbit are determined.

Keywords:

electric propulsion; stationary plasma thruster; spacecraft; thrust; specific impulse

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