ELECTRIC PROPULSION APPLICATIONS FOR SNAP SYSTEMS
The application of SNAP systems to electric propulsion was investigated. A review is given of the basic analysis involved in establishing optimum power levels and payload capabilities for electric spacecraft, and several typical missions are analyzed to determine the usefulness of the SNAP systems which are under development or systems which are based on the current SNAP technology. In general, it is found that SNAP power units in the range of 60 to 180 kw offer significant mission capability when used in conjunction with initial spacecraft weights of about 10,000 lb in a low-level orbit. (auth)
- Research Organization:
- Atomics International. Div. of North American Aviation Inc., Canoga Park, Calif.
- DOE Contract Number:
- AT(11-1)-GEN-8
- NSA Number:
- NSA-16-030150
- OSTI ID:
- 4784763
- Report Number(s):
- NAA-SR-7085
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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