Title: Feasibility assessment of the Get-Away Tether Experiment
Abstract: The small free-flying tether system deployable from a Get-Away Special canister is analyzed. The objectives of the GAS experiment which include demonstrating electric power generation and orbital reboost using electrodynamic technology, measuring micrometeoroid hazards to the tethers, conducting a radio propagation experiment, and measuring long wire radar-cross-section are discussed. The physical layout and components of the mother and daughter satellites are described. The command and control system of the tether system is examined. The electrodynamic experiments to be conducted after plasma contact is established and the electrodynamical capabilities of the system are considered.
Publication Year: 1986
Publication Date: 1986-09-01
Language: en
Type: article
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