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space2 years ago

Lunar Gateway's Solar Electric Propulsion Engine Aces Qualification Tests

NASA's Advanced Electric Propulsion System (AEPS), a solar electric propulsion system that uses xenon as propellant, has passed qualification tests and will be integrated into the Lunar Gateway. Originally designed for the now-cancelled AARM mission, AEPS will serve as the primary propulsion method for deep space and cargo missions, supporting the Artemis program's goal of landing astronauts on the Moon. The AEPS thrusters will be mounted on the Power and Propulsion Element (PPE) of the Lunar Gateway, set to launch in November 2025.

via Hackaday|
#advanced-electric-propulsion-system#artemis-program#lunar-gateway
space-technology2 years ago

"Groundbreaking Test Proves Ion Engine as Most Powerful Ever"

Aerojet Rocketdyne, in collaboration with NASA, has successfully completed qualification testing for the Advanced Electric Propulsion System (AEPS), the most powerful ion engine currently in production. The 12-kilowatt ion propulsion thruster, designed for long-term space missions, represents a significant advancement in electric propulsion technology. The engine's increased power allows for longer space flights, making it ideal for NASA's Gateway space station and future deep space missions. The AEPS will be used on the Gateway station, which is set for a 2025 launch and will support NASA's Artemis missions to the Moon. This breakthrough in ion engine power opens up new possibilities for space exploration and inspires future generations.

via Giant Freakin Robot|
#advanced-electric-propulsion-system#gateway-space-station#ion-engine
space-technology2 years ago

"Groundbreaking Test Proves Ion Engine as Most Powerful Ever"

Aerojet Rocketdyne, in collaboration with NASA, has successfully completed qualification testing for the Advanced Electric Propulsion System (AEPS), the most powerful ion engine currently in production. The 12-kilowatt ion propulsion thruster, designed for long-term space missions, represents a significant advancement in electric propulsion technology. The engine's increased power allows for longer space flights, making it ideal for NASA's Gateway space station and future deep space missions. The AEPS will be used on the Gateway station, which is set for a 2025 launch and will support NASA's Artemis missions to the Moon. This breakthrough in ion engine power opens up new possibilities for space exploration and inspires future generations.

via Giant Freakin Robot|
#advanced-electric-propulsion-system#gateway-space-station#ion-engine
space-technology2 years ago

NASA Unveils Groundbreaking Electric Propulsion System

NASA is developing an Advanced Electric Propulsion System (AEPS) for the 2025 Gateway mission, which is expected to be three times more powerful than current Hall thrusters. The AEPS uses solar power and chemical propellants to reduce the amount of fuel needed for space missions, enabling longer and deeper space exploration. NASA has released a virtual tour of the Electric Propulsion and Power Laboratory (EPPL), where the AEPS was created, showcasing the testing chambers and interviews with scientists and engineers. The AEPS is currently undergoing qualification testing at the Glenn Research Facility in preparation for its 2025 launch.

via The Debrief|
#advanced-electric-propulsion-system#aeps#hall-thrusters