Particle-in-cell simulations of the ion extraction and acceleration processes in the alternative low power hybrid ion engine (ALPHIE)
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DOI: 10.1063/1.5084242
Abstract: The electric charge transport through the two-grid systems of the Alternative Low Power Ion Engine is studied using a particle-in-cell (PIC) code. In this plasma thruster design, the ionizing electrons from the only cathode and… read more here.
Keywords: ion engine; electric charge; ion; low power ... See more keywords