STUDY OF THE EFFECT OF THE MAGNETIC FIELD ON A JET OF A STATIONARY PLASMA THRUSTER
https://doi.org/10.18384/2310-7251-2020-1-77-89
Abstract
Purpose. The aim of the paper is to study the effect of the magnetic field on a jet of a stationary plasma thruster. Methodology and Approach. Considering the collisionless movement of ions, it is possible to derive an expression for the distribution function of ions coming out of a ring hole. Then, a scheme is constructed to calculate the density of ions as a corresponding integral of the distribution function. Results. We have obtained the patterns of the ion density distribution in a three-dimensional space, which show the possibility of controlling the thrust vector by the magnetic field. Theoretical and Practical Implications. The obtained results indicate a further development of the direction in which the methods of kinetic theory in plasma are used. The results of this work are of practical importance for specialists involved in the design and development of new types of electric propulsion engines.
About the Authors
A. M. Bishaev
Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (National Research University)
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
M. V. Abgaryan
Moscow Aviation Institute (National Research University)
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
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