Electric Propulsion
A plasma propulsion engine is a type of electric propulsion that generates thrust from a quasi-neutral plasma. This contrasts with ion thruster engines, which generate thrust through extracting an ion current from the plasma source, which is then accelerated to high velocities using grids/anodes.
Plasma engines have a much higher specific impulse (Isp) value than other types of rocket technology. Because of their fuel efficiency, plasma thrusters can save spacecraft operators millions of dollars in operating costs while increasing the value of the spacecraft’s data product.
Plasma thrusters are ideal for applications in small spacecraft for attitude control, precision spacecraft control, and low-thrust manoeuvres.
Pulsar HET thrusters can extend the orbital lifetime of each satellite using efficient drag compensation and reduce the rate of replacement launches required to maintain your space infrastructure.
Pulsar thrusters are tested at a UK government facility to ensure they can withstand launch conditions and comply with industry standards.
Plasma engines have a much higher specific impulse (Isp) value than other types of rocket technology. Because of their fuel efficiency, plasma thrusters can save spacecraft operators millions of dollars in operating costs while increasing the value of the spacecraft’s data product.
Plasma thrusters are ideal for applications in small spacecraft for attitude control, precision spacecraft control, and low-thrust manoeuvres.
Pulsar HET thrusters can extend the orbital lifetime of each satellite using efficient drag compensation and reduce the rate of replacement launches required to maintain your space infrastructure.
Pulsar thrusters are tested at a UK government facility to ensure they can withstand launch conditions and comply with industry standards.
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HET Systems
Hall-effect thrusters (HETs) generate thrust by ejecting neutral plasma. HETs offer high specific impulse, boosting cost savings and data value for spacecraft. Ideal for small craft, they aid in attitude control, precision manoeuvres, and orbital longevity. Pulsar HET thrusters further enhance satellite orbital lifetimes through efficient drag compensation, diminishing launch needs, and adhere to industry standards via UK government facility testing.
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500W | 5kW | 10kW | |
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Assembly Mass, kg | 3.0 | 15.3 | 22.9 |
Dimensions, mm | 130 x 130 x 150 | 270 x 270 x 150 | 320 x 320 x 160 |
Voltage, V | 300 - 400 | 300 - 600 | 400 - 600 |
Current, A | 1.0 - 1.3 | 6.0 - 10.0 | 14.0 - 17.0 |
Power, W | 300 - 500 | 5,000 - 7,500 | 5,600 - 10,200 |
Thrust, mN | 12 - 33 | 280 - 350 | 605 - 690 |
Specific Impulse, sec | 1,300 - 1,500 | 1,800 - 2,010 | 2,000 - 2,200 |
Total Impulse, MNs | 0.87 - 2.39 | 9.0 - 12.0 | 22.0 - 29.0 |
Efficiency, % | 50 | 50 | 50 |