NASA NTRS · 19740029491
A 30-cm thruster power processor test console
Abstract
The development of a high performance ion propulsion system composed of an ion thruster and its associated power processing equipment, dictates the establishment of a mutually compatible set of electrical characteristics. A 30-cm thruster power processing console has been developed which utilizes power and control circuitry applicable to flight hardware designs, incorporates interface circuitry for optional direct computer control, and has self-contained instrumentation for assessing steady-state and dynamic system behavior. This paper discusses the console's design, utility, performance, and the potential impact of this development effort on future hardware designs.
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Herron, B. G., Worden, J. D., Simpkins, J. M.. 1973-10-01. A 30-cm thruster power processor test console. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19740029491
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