Development of a Miniature Radio-Frequency Ion Engine with Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) Source for Cube Satellite Propulsion

Ta Yen Huang, Yueh Heng Li, Mitchell M. Shen, Yi Chien Chen

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Abstract

A miniature ion thruster has the potential for micro-satellite applications and economic deep space exploration. An ion thruster has the advantage to support a long-lasting mission with a high specific impulse. In this study, the inductively coupled plasma (ICP) has been applied as the ion source under the development in radio-frequency (RF) band. This ICP source can provide high-density plasma within a high propellant utilization efficiency and low power consumption. In the preliminary work, SIMION software is employed for simulating the ion thruster's ion optics in the acceleration region as well as the ion beam characteristics. Eventually, the parameters of the ICP ion source and the performance of the ion beam will be diagnosed by the measurement systems.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum, 2021
PublisherAmerican Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc, AIAA
ISBN (Print)9781624106118
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2021
EventAIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum, 2021 - Virtual, Online
Duration: 2021 Aug 92021 Aug 11

Publication series

NameAIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum, 2021

Conference

ConferenceAIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum, 2021
CityVirtual, Online
Period21-08-0921-08-11

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Energy
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Control and Systems Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

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