What is it about?
Study the performance of Hall effect thrusters through a few parameters such as, thruster geometry, magnetic field, wall material, and various propellants. For magnetically shielded thrusters metallic wall material was recommended and for unshielded thrusters borosil and boron nitride were recommended.
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Why is it important?
This study is useful in extending the lifespan of the thruster and the thruster performance by careful selection of different parameters.
Perspectives
Through this review paper, the authors are recommending annular thrusters for deep space missions. Magnetic shielding helps increase the lifespan of the thruster by reducing the wall erosion.
Dr Pramod Salunkhe
Manipal University
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This page is a summary of: Hall-Effect Thrusters for Deep-Space Missions: A Review, IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science, February 2022, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE),
DOI: 10.1109/tps.2022.3143032.
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