Method and apparatus for selectively distributing power in a thruster system
US6031334A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 28, 1998 |
| Grant date | Feb 29, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 28, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF03H1/0018
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A single power control circuit selectively distributes power from a power supply to cathode heater, cathode keeper and thruster magnets of a thruster. The power control circuit utilizes a plurality of switching devices to direct power to one or more of the heater, keeper, and magnet components.
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