Course title
1M9916001
Space Electric Propulsion

 KAWASHIMA Rei
Course content
As the use of outer space expands, researchers and engineers from various backgrounds are actively involved in space development programs. Electrical engineering is playing an important role in developing space transportation and energy systems. In this course of classes, students learn electric propulsion, advanced energy conversion technologies, and computer simulation methods that are used in space propulsion engineering.
The basics of rocket engineering and plasma physics are introduced for better understanding of the course. Representative examples of solar electric propulsion systems such as ion thrusters, Hall thrusters, and pulsed plasma thrusters are explained in seminar-style classes. In the latter half of the course, advanced energy conversion systems and challenging space missions are introduced. These include sailing propulsion, beamed energy conversion, and space solar power systems. A hands-on learning experience involving computer simulation for ion flow inside the ion engine is scheduled at the end of the course.
Purpose of class
1. Obtain the basic knowledge on rocket engineering, plasma physics, and electric propulsion.
2. Improve English presentation skills on the topic of space electric propulsion.
3. Get familiar with computer simulation by using a plasma flow code.
Goals and objectives
  1. Able to apply the basics of rocket engineering and plasma physics to calculate electric propulsion performance
  2. Able to explain the representative types of electric propulsion systems
  3. Able to do presentation in English with several technical terms on space electric propulsion
  4. Able to run and modify a computer simulation code for rarefied ion flow
Relationship between 'Goals and Objectives' and 'Course Outcomes'

 Midterm Exam Presentation Report Total.
1. 20% 0% 10% 30%
2. 20% 15% 0% 35%
3. 15% 0% 15%
4. 20% 20%
Total. 40% 30% 30% -
Language
English
Class schedule

 Class schedule HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) Amount of Time Required
1． Introduction to Rocket Engineering Review handouts and solve sample problems 120minutes
2． What is Plasma? Review handouts and solve sample problems 120minutes
3． How to Generate Plasma? Review handouts and solve sample problems 120minutes
4． Ion Thruster Survey the technology and prepare for presentation 120minutes
5． Hall Thruster Survey the technology and prepare for presentation 120minutes
6． PPT, Arcjet, MPD Survey the technology and prepare for presentation 120minutes
7． Midterm Exam Prepare for the exam by reviewing handouts 180minutes
8． Sailing Propulsion Survey the technology and prepare for presentation 120minutes
9． Beamed Energy Propulsion Survey the technology and prepare for presentation 120minutes
10． Recent Space Missions with EP / Presentation Survey the technology and prepare for presentation 120minutes
Prepare for the presentation by reviewing handouts and literature investigation 180minutes
11． Presentation Prepare for the presentation by reviewing handouts and literature investigation 180minutes
12． Plasma Simulation (1) Test the simulation code and solve sample problems 120minutes
13． Plasma Simulation (2) Test the simulation code and solve sample problems 120minutes
14． Plasma Simulation (3) Test the simulation code and solve sample problems 120minutes
Total. - - 1980minutes
Evaluation method and criteria
Midterm Exam (40%), Presentation (30%), and Report (30%).
To pass, students must earn at least 60 points out of 100. Solving basic calculation problems in the Midterm Exam, attendance at the Presentation, and submission of the Report will be sufficient for earning 60 points.
Feedback on exams, assignments, etc.
ways of feedback specific contents about "Other"
Feedback in the class
Textbooks and reference materials
Original materials are distributed in each class
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of electric circuit and electromagnetics.
Office hours and How to contact professors for questions
  • Monday 11:00 to 12:00 at Laboratory in Toyosu campus
Regionally-oriented
Non-regionally-oriented course
Development of social and professional independence
  • Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
Active-learning course
More than one class is interactive
Course by professor with work experience
Work experience Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable
N/A N/A
Education related SDGs:the Sustainable Development Goals
  • 7.AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY
  • 9.INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
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