Hall thrusters (HTs) are used in earth-orbiting satellites, and also show promise to propel robotic spacecraft long distances, such as from Earth to Mars.
Loading
NASA Hack Space: August 2017
This paper discusses the physics, engineering and mission architecture relating to a gram-sized interstellar probe propelled by a laser beam.
Calendar
- 21 May: Ocean Worlds 2019
- 21 May: NASA Advisory Council Science Committee Meeting
- 21 May: STA briefing w Tom Stafford, Commander Apollo 10
- 22 May: STA luncheon w Sylvain Laporte, President, Canadian Space Agency
- 28 May: NASA Advisory Council Human Exploration and Operations Committee Meeting
- 30 May: NASA Advisory Council Meeting
- * Submit Your Event | More Events *
Recent Articles
Masthead
Tip your editors
tips@spaceref.com