Continuous-wave laser thruster experiment

Citation
K. Toyoda et al., Continuous-wave laser thruster experiment, VACUUM, 59(1), 2000, pp. 63-72
Citations number
5
Categorie Soggetti
Apllied Physucs/Condensed Matter/Materiales Science","Material Science & Engineering
Journal title
VACUUM
ISSN journal
0042207X → ACNP
Volume
59
Issue
1
Year of publication
2000
Pages
63 - 72
Database
ISI
SICI code
0042-207X(200010)59:1<63:CLTE>2.0.ZU;2-Q
Abstract
This paper reports the results of fundamental experiments on a continuous-w ave CO, laser thruster. The laser-sustained plasma (LSP) was maintained in the pressure ranging from 2 to 7 atm with a laser power level of more than 300 W. The location of LSP can be controlled by adjusting laser power and f ocus position. Thruster performance was evaluated by measuring thrust using a simple thrust stand equipped with a load-cell sensor. Energy balance in the thruster was clarified by measuring heat loss and transparent laser los s. (C) 2000 Elsevier Science Ltd. All rights reserved.