@inproceedings{e4b4e7fee6064900907338d5486293d4,
title = "The PROPEL electrodynamic tether demonstration mission",
abstract = "The PROPEL ({"}Propulsion using Electrodynamics{"}) mission will demonstrate the operation of an electrodynamic tether propulsion system in low Earth orbit and advance its technology readiness level for multiple applications. The PROPEL mission has two primary objectives: first, to demonstrate the capability of electrodynamic tether technology to provide robust and safe, near-propellantless propulsion for orbit-raising, de-orbit, plane change, and station keeping, as well as to perform orbital power harvesting and formation flight; and, second, to fully characterize and validate the performance of an integrated electrodynamic tether propulsion system, qualifying it for infusion into future multiple satellite platforms and missions with minimal modification. This paper provides an overview of the PROPEL system and design reference missions; mission goals and required measurements; and ongoing PROPEL mission design efforts.",
author = "Bil{\'e}n, {Sven G.} and {Les Johnson}, C. and Wiegmann, {Bruce M.} and Leslie Alexander and Gilchrist, {Brian E.} and Hoyt, {Robert P.} and Elder, {Craig H.} and Fuhrhop, {Keith P.} and Michael Scadera and Nobie Stone",
year = "2012",
doi = "10.2514/6.2012-5293",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "9781600869402",
series = "AIAA SPACE Conference and Exposition 2012",
publisher = "American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Inc.",
booktitle = "AIAA SPACE Conference and Exposition 2012",
note = "AIAA SPACE Conference and Exposition 2012 ; Conference date: 11-09-2012 Through 13-09-2012",
}