Liquid Droplet Stream Propulsion Technology

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Abstract:

Liquid stream propulsion technology is a unique satellite propulsion innovation that uses the constant transfer of momentum through projection of silicon oil droplet streams through space. Fluid streams are generated on each spacecraft, projected to their companion spacecraft which collects the stream and continuously sends fluid back to the first spacecraft.

Author(s):
Macdonald, Kyle ; Paterson, Gabe ; Wilson, Eric ; Kashul, Tom ; Genco, Frank
Author Organization(s):
United States Air Force Academy Air Force Academy United States
Descriptive Note:
Technical Report
Pagination:
0006

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release;

RECORD

Collection: TR
Subject Terms
Modernization Areas:
Space
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
spacecraft, artificial satellites, fluid flow, fluid dynamics, propulsion system
Field(s)/Group(s):
Fluid Mechanics, Unmanned Spacecraft
Keyword(s):
liquid propulsion, droplets, silicon oil droplets, ldr(liquid droplet radiator)
Report Date:
2012 Feb 24
Creation Date:
2012 Feb 24