Thruster system

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United States of America Patent

APP PUB NO 20090166476A1
SERIAL NO

12331183

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Enhanced translational thrusting is provided by reaction engines configured to permit translational thrusting off or through the center of gravity of a spacecraft or other vehicle. Among other applications, this approach is useful for a Satellite Life Extension System (SLES) that provides maintenance services to orbiting satellites. By attaching to the satellite and conducting maneuvers to maintain its operational orbit and attitude, the SLES increases the working lifetime of the satellite. Since the engines of the SLES are redundant, the failure of a single engine will not jeopardize the overall success of the mission.

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SPACEHAB INC907 GEMINI HOUSTON TX 77058-2762

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Termini, James A Dickinson , US 2 16

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