| 1 | Introduction (PDF - 1.6MB) |
| 2 | Fundamentals and Definitions (PDF) |
| 3–4 | Mission Analysis (PDF) |
| 5 | Review of Classical Astrodynamics (PDF) |
| 6 | Analytical Approximations for Low Thrust Maneuvers (PDF) |
| 7 | Sub-optimal Climb and Plane Change (PDF) |
| 8 | Basic Electromagnetic Theory and Plasma Physics (PDF) |
| 9 | Overview of the Physics in the Plasma Sheath (PDF) |
| 10 | Electrostatic Thrusters (Kaufman Ion Engines) (PDF) |
| 11 | Characterization of Space Propulsion Devices (PDF - 3.7MB) |
| 12 | Monopropellant Thrusters (PDF) |
| 13 | Electrothermal Augmentation (PDF) |
| 14 | Plasmas in Equilibrium (PDF) |
| 15 | Arcjet Thrusters (PDF) |
| 16 | Hall Thrusters (PDF) |
| 17 | Hall Thruster Efficiency (PDF) |
| 18 | Hall Thrusters: Fluid Model of the Discharge (PDF) |
| 19 | Plasma Accelerators / Magneto Plasma Dynamic (MPD) Thrusters (PDF - 1.1MB) |
| 20 | Electrospray Propulsion (PDF) |
| 21 |
Laboratory Project Presentations & Discussion |
| 22–23 | Cone-jet Electrosprays, or Colloid Thrusters (PDF) |
| 24 | Ion Emission and the Pure Ionic Regime (PDF - 1.1MB) |
| 25 | Electrodynamic Tethers (PDF) |