Micro Satellite Orbital Boost by Electrodynamic Tethers

In this manuscript, a method for maneuvering a spacecraft using electrically charged tethers is explored. The spacecraft’s velocity vector can be modified by interacting with Earth’s magnetic field. Through this method, a spacecraft can maintain an orbit indefinitely by reboosting without the constr...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Peter Yao, Timothy Sands
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-07-01
Series:Micromachines
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-666X/12/8/916