R-200 Electric Propulsion System (EPS)
Overview
The R-200 EPS is an Electric Propulsion System consisting of R-200 Hall Effect thruster (HET) with Xenon and Krypton as propellants.
The system also includes power processing unit and propellant management assembly. The space-qualified R-200 EPS is an improved version of the Rafael’s R-400 EPS (discontinued).
The non-conventional configuration of having an elongated discharge channel and co-axial anodes helps overcome the low mass utilization efficiency issues. The system is fully space-qualified and has been subjected to vibration, shock and full lifetime tests.
During the development phase, the thruster underwent proof-of-concept tests, selection of wall material, experimental and numerical validation of physical mechanisms, performance testing, and thermal, magnetic and structural simulations of thruster engineering model.
The engineering model was produced and mapped for full performance during this phase, followed by a Qualification Model (QM) production of the thruster. The QM is tested for a steady state performance characterization, shock and vibration test, ignition tests and endurance test.
Overview
- Name
- R-200 Electric Propulsion System (EPS)
- Vendor
- Rafael
- Subsystem
- Propulsion Subsystem
- Component Type
- Electric Propulsion System
- Form Factor
- All
- Heritage
- N/A
Vendor Details
- Name
- Rafael
- Website
- https://www.rafael.co.il/
- Founded
- 1948
- Summary
- Rafael Space Propulsion Product Line "SPPL" has more than 40 years' experience in this area, our systems and components are over 100 satellites. We cover both Monopropellant Hydrazine Propulsion Systems and Electric Propulsion Systems. Our advanced engineering, technological expertise and proven end-to-end solutions can take you to new heights. So when you're ready to reach farther, you can trust Rafael’s heritage in space. Our unique differentiators are: ● All-in-one source for propulsion systems and components. ● Implementing Monopropellant Hydrazine PS, Electrical Propulsion Systems, Cold Gas and Hybrid systems solutions. ● Variety state of the art propulsion systems as a Turn Key project Using adaptable architecture to ensure compatibility to mission requirements. ● Complete support to the satellite provider from early design stages through the launch activity and during orbit operation. ● Cutting edge Design and Development of space propulsion Systems and Components. ● Implementing mature Manufacturing Assembly Integration and Testing Infrastructure.
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Specifications
- Subsystem
- Propulsion Subsystem
- Component Type
- Electric Propulsion System
- Form Factor
- All
- Vendor
- Rafael
- Dry Mass
- N/A
- Average Power
- N/A
- Heritage
- N/A
- Status
- In Production
Rafael
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