Spacecraft propulsion applications for field emission cathodes
We discuss the spacecraft propulsion applications for field emission cathodes.
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Mueller, J.
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An overview of MEMS-based micropropulsion developments at JPL
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An overview of MEMS-based micropropulsion development at JPL
Development of MEMS (Microelectromechanical Systems) micropropulsion at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is reviewed. This includes a vaporizing liquid micro-thruster for microspacecraft attitude control, a micro-ion emgine for microspacecraft primary propulsion or large spacecraft fine attitude control, as well as several valve studies, including a solenoid valve studied in collaboration with Moog Space Products Division, and a piezoelectric micro-valve.
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Characterization of Kova-Pyrex Anodically Bonded Samples: A New Packaging Approach for MEMS Devices
The ability to anodically bond Kovar to Pyrex 7740 significantly expands the packaging approaches available for MEMS devices. This technique greatly simplifies and reliably interconnects micropropulsion MEMS components (thrusters, valves) with the attached propellant system.
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Development of a micro-isolation valve: minimum energy requirements, repeatability of actuation, and preliminary studies of debris generation
Continued experiments performed with a micro-isolation valve are being reported upon.
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Design and fabrication of a micro-ion engine
This article describes the configuration of the discharge chamber and design and fabrication of the grids and field emission array (FEA) cathodes.
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MEMS technology at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory
The MEMS Technology Group is part of the Microdevices Laboratory (MDL) at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). The group pursues the development of a wide range of advanced MEMS technologies that are primarily applicable to NASA's robotic as well as manned exploration missions.
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Field Emitter Cathodes and Electric Propulsion Systems
Replacing hollow and filament cathodes with field emitter (FE) cathodes could significantly improve the scalability, power, and performance of some meso- and microscale Electric Propulsion (EP) systems. This article discusses the motivation and challenges of integrating of FE and Electric Propulsion systems.
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Electric Propulsion Applications for Field Emitter Cathodes
Replacing hollow and filament cathodes with field emitter (FE) cathodes could significantly improve the scalability, power, and performance of some meso- and microscale Electric Propulsion (EP) systems.
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MEMS Micro Valve for Space Applications
We report on the development of silicon micro valves for micro-propulsion and other space applications here at JPL.
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Development of a Micro-Isolation Valve
A feasibility investigation for a newly proposed microfabricated, normally-closed isolation valve was initiated.
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A Review and Applicability Assessment of MEMS Based Microvalve Technologies for Microspacecraft Propulsions
A survey and evaluation of MEMS-based microvalves has been conducted to assess the applicability of this valve technology for propulsion applications on future microspacecraft.
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MEMS Micropropulsion Activities at JPL
A status of MEMS-based micropropulsion activities conducted at JPL will be given.
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Towards Micropropulsion Systems on-a-Chip: Initial Results of Component Feasibility Studies
Recent advances in the development of several micropropulsion components performed at JPL for microscpacecraft applications are reported upon.
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The Vaporizing Liquid Micro-Thruster: Proof of Principle and Preliminary Thermal Characterization
A microfabricated vaporizing liquid thruster was constructed and successfully tested for the first time.
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Feasibility Study of MEMS-Based Accelerator Grid Systems for Micro-Ion Engines: Electric Breakdown Characteristics
Low-temperature (LTO) chemical vapor deposited (CVD) silicon dioxide was investigated for use as an insulator material in microfabricated ion engine accelerator grids.
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The Micro-Isolation Valve Concept: Initial Results of a Feasibility Study
A feasibility investigation for a newly proposed microfabricated, normally-closed isolation valve was initiated.
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Finite Element Analysis of the Microisolation Valve
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