DocumentCode
1508350
Title
The use of electrets in electrostatic generators for space
Author
Matthew, Robert E.
Author_Institution
Aeronautical Systems Division, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio
Volume
81
Issue
11
fYear
1962
Firstpage
850
Lastpage
854
Abstract
Electric propulsion schemes for space travel will be competitive only to the extent that electric power generation systems can be made extremely lightweight, efficient, and reliable. Electrostatic generators employing electrets have been designed and tested, with promising results. It is believed that further research in this area, particularly on new materials, will prove to be rewarding
Keywords
Electrets; Electric fields; Electrodes; Electrostatics; Generators; Propulsion;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
Electrical Engineering
Publisher
ieee
ISSN
0095-9197
Type
jour
DOI
10.1109/EE.1962.6446580
Filename
6446580
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