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ion engine [′ī‚än ‚en·jən] (aerospace engineering) An engine which provides thrust by expelling accelerated or high-velocity ions; ion engines using energy provided by nuclear reactors are proposed for space vehicles. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Boeing Electron Dynamic Devices is a world leader in the design and manufacture of microwave traveling wave-tube amplifiers, passive microwave devices, and ion thrusters for commercial and military applications as well as world-class satellite bus and payload electronics. NC A&T's resin transfer technology has a number of significant commercial applications including, low cost CCC piston valve for internal combustion (IC) engines, low cost CCC bearing cages for high speed engines, and CCC ion thrusters. The NASA Solar Electric Power Technology Application Readiness (NSTAR) 30-centimeter system, consisting of an ion thruster, power processor, and digital control and interface units, was designed specifically to support NASA's future requirements. |
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