Citation

Lee, Hong Chun and LIM, Chie Haw and Woo, Haw Jiunn and Goh, Boon Tong and Chin, Oi Hoong and Tou, Teck Yong (2024) Performance of pulsed plasma thruster at low discharge energy. Plasma Science and Technology, 26 (4). 045502. ISSN 1009-0630

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Abstract

As the size of satellites scales down, low-power and compact propulsion systems such as the pulsed plasma thruster (PPT) are needed for stabilizing these miniature satellites in orbit. Most PPT systems are operated at 2 J or more of discharge energy. In this work, the performance of a PPT with a side-fed, tongue-flared electrode configuration operated within a lower discharge energy range of 0.5‒2.5 J has been investigated. Ablation and charring of the polytetrafluoroethylene propellant surface were analyzed through field-effect scanning electron microscopy imaging and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. When the discharge energy fell below 2 J, inconsistencies occurred in the specific impulse and the thrust efficiency due to the measurement of the low mass bit. At energy 2 J, the performance parameters are compared with other PPT systems of similar configuration and discussed in depth.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	T Technology > T Technology (General)
Divisions:	Faculty of Engineering (FOE)
Depositing User:	Ms Nurul Iqtiani Ahmad
Date Deposited:	02 May 2024 03:55
Last Modified:	02 May 2024 03:55
URII:	http://shdl.mmu.edu.my/id/eprint/12395

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