The Research of ISRU-based Electromagnetic Propulsion Technology
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Abstract
In Situ Resource Utilization(ISRU) technology scheme has great development potential for Space Electric Propulsion to supply propellant,increase lifetime,enhance effective load and reduce mission cost.Electrodeless propulsion has unique advantage in the application of ISRU technology owing to the absence of compatibility constraint between electrode and propellant.This paper investigated the current status of four advanced electrodeless thrusters at home and abroad,and analyzed the advantages of electrodeless thrusters in ISRU application.Field Reversed Configuration thruster was mainly introduced due to its distinct prospect in ISRU application.
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