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Fundamentals of Electric Propulsion, Second Edition, is an authoritative guide to electric propulsion technology for space applications. This updated volume, part of the JPL Space Science and Technology Series, presents the core principles and practical applications of electric propulsion systems used in modern spacecraft.
The second edition incorporates recent advances in propulsion technology, mission applications, and design methodologies. Readers will gain comprehensive coverage of electrostatic, electromagnetic, and electrothermal propulsion concepts, along with detailed analysis of performance characteristics, operational parameters, and system integration.
Written by Dan M. Goebel and drawing on expertise from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, this textbook serves as an essential resource for graduate students, researchers, and practicing engineers. It combines theoretical foundations with practical engineering insights, making it invaluable for spacecraft design, mission planning, and propulsion system development in the aerospace industry.
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