253 citations · 253 across the 3 of their papers we have counts for
3 papers
physics.plasm-ph2026
RF Helicon Plasma Thruster for an Atmosphere-Breathing Electric Propulsion System (ABEP)
Francesco Romano
This dissertation focuses on Atmosphere-Breathing Electric Propulsion (ABEP) for propellant-less continuous orbiting in very low Earth orbits (VLEO) and very low Mars orbits (VLMO)…
physics.space-ph2024
Performance Test Methodology for Atmosphere-Breathing Electric Propulsion Intakes in an Atomic Oxygen Facility
Alexander T. Cushen, Vitor T. A. Oiko, Katharine L. Smith +5
The testing of atmosphere-breathing electric propulsion intakes is an important step in the development of functional propulsion systems which provide sustained drag compensation i…
physics.space-ph2020★ 253 cited
The Benefits of Very Low Earth Orbit for Earth Observation Missions
N. H. Crisp, P. C. E. Roberts, S. Livadiotti +30
Very low Earth orbits (VLEO), typically classified as orbits below approximately 450 km in altitude, have the potential to provide significant benefits to spacecraft over those tha…