Fundamental ion-surface interactions in plasma thrusters
Ion thrusters offer the potential to enable many future interplanetary robotic missions presently under consideration by NASA. To realize the benefits offered by these low thrust devices, the sputtering mechanisms that are responsible for the degradation of thruster components over time must be wel...
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https://thesis.library.caltech.edu/4641/1/Thesis.pdfKolasinski, Robert David (2007) Fundamental ion-surface interactions in plasma thrusters. Dissertation (Ph.D.), California Institute of Technology. doi:10.7907/XWSV-1E98. https://resolver.caltech.edu/CaltechETD:etd-11222006-105854 <https://resolver.caltech.edu/CaltechETD:etd-11222006-105854>