Home > Knowledge Base Authors: David Krejci, Alexander Reissner Published On: June 19-23, 2022 Event: 37th International Electric Propulsion Conference – Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA USA, IEPC-2022-199 Download PDF Abstract The in-orbit demonstration of an ENPULSION NANO propulsion system in 2018 marked the first liquid metal field emission electric propulsion system tested in space, and the successful introduction of the ENPULSION NANO. In the four years since then, this propulsion system was successfully industrialized and 136 systems have flown on 61 different spacecraft. In parallel, new propulsion systems based on FEEP technology have been developed, expanding the thrust and power range and introducing new features and lessons learnt from the large space heritage of the ENPULSION NANO. Two of these new propulsion systems have been launched to space so far. This paper present telemetry data of ENPULSION NANOs from several spacecraft, including larger orbital change maneuvers, and discusses applications utilizing ENPULSION NANO systems so far. We then provide an overview of the current onorbit statistics of the ENPULSION propulsion systems. We present aggregated onorbit statistical data of the ENPULSION NANO, discuss challenges encountered and present lessons learnt during onorbit operations, customer AIT support and ground test campaigns conducted at different facilities. DOWNLOAD PDF Thank you for your interest in ENPULSION’s products and services! As a global market leader in electric propulsion for nano- and microsatellites, we offer you a broad range of fully integrated electric propulsion systems, as well as simulator and emulator products, and support and services to guide you from first conceptual steps to spacecraft design, integration, launch-preparation, as well as commissioning and operations, all the way to end-of life de-orbiting of your spacecraft – our expert teams are always at your side. Exclusive ENPULSION data-room If you are interested to gain access to the next layer of technical information and in-depth knowledge of our products and technology, please contact us. In the ENPULSION data-room you can find product-specific user manuals, in-depth technical guides and applicable documents, containing valuable information on handling and shipping requirements, as well as everything you need to know to get the best performance and utility out of your ENPULSION products.
