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) |