AE 5760 - Advanced and Electric Propulsion Systems

Introduction to electric propulsion with an overview of electricity and magnetism, atomic physics, non-equilibrium flows and electrothermal, electromagnetic, and electrostatic electric propulsion systems. Brief introduction to other types of advanced propulsion methods.

Note: Open to upper-level undergraduate and graduate students.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: AE 4760 with a grade of “B” or better, or instructor approval.

Credits: 3 hours