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Space propulsion module having both electric and solid fuel chemical propulsion

US10532833B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 26, 2014
Grant dateJan 14, 2020
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Expiry dateFeb 15, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF03H1/0075
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A space propulsion module for fitting to spacecraft is provided. The space propulsion module includes a solid propellant chemical thruster including a main body, and at least one electric thruster. The at least one electric thruster is mounted on main body of the solid propellant chemical thruster.

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