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Modeling and simulation of a CubeSat with dual electric propulsion systems
Patel, Ravi D
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https://hdl.handle.net/2142/114022
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- Title
- Modeling and simulation of a CubeSat with dual electric propulsion systems
- Author(s)
- Patel, Ravi D
- Issue Date
- 2021-12-10
- Director of Research (if dissertation) or Advisor (if thesis)
- Lembeck, Michael
- Department of Study
- Aerospace Engineering
- Discipline
- Aerospace Engineering
- Degree Granting Institution
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Degree Name
- M.S.
- Degree Level
- Thesis
- Keyword(s)
- CubeSat
- Electric Propulsion
- FreeFlyer
- Abstract
- The CubeSat mission analysis presented here is related to the Dual-Propulsion Experiment (DUPLEX) CubeSat in development by CUAerospace (CUA), with partners at the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign, NearSpace Launch, and NanoRacks. This CubeSat features two novel electric propulsion systems designed for use in CubeSats. This thesis presents the pre-flight technical analysis performed to determine the capabilities and limitations of these new propulsion systems. In this study, the theory behind modeling low thrust trajectories for CubeSats is presented. This theory, implemented in high-fidelity thruster performance simulations, was used to develop and test mission profiles for the DUPLEX mission. The results are being shared with the NASA International Space Station operations personnel to assure safe and compatible operations of DUPLEX after deployment from ISS. Through this investigation, the capabilities and limitations of these two new electric propulsion systems for CubeSats have been determined.
- Graduation Semester
- 2021-12
- Type of Resource
- Thesis
- Permalink
- http://hdl.handle.net/2142/114022
- Copyright and License Information
- © 2021 by Ravi D. Patel. All rights reserved.
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