Potential of non-flat solar sail for higher characteristic acceleration

Solar sails offer a promising means of propelling spacecraft by harnessing Solar Radiation Pressure. Although non-flat solar sails have traditionally been considered less efficient in generating thrust, altering the sails’ design to a non-flat configuration can enhance structural stability, allowing...

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Main Authors: Santos Lula Barros, Letícia, Hiraki, Koju, Assis da Silveira, Marcelo, Chak, Yew Chung, Abdullah, Amirul Fiqri, Varatharajoo, Renuganth
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2025
Online Access:http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/114758/1/114758.pdf