Particle removal by electrostatic and dielectrophoretic forces for dust control during lunar exploration missions

被引:144
作者
Calle, C. I. [1 ]
Buhler, C. R. [2 ]
McFall, J. L. [2 ]
Snyder, S. J. [2 ]
机构
[1] NASA, Electrostat & Surface Phys Lab, Kennedy Space Ctr, FL 32899 USA
[2] ASRC Aerosp, Kennedy Space Ctr, FL 32899 USA
关键词
Dielectrophoretic forces; Electric fields; Particle charging; Space applications; FIELD;
D O I
10.1016/j.elstat.2009.02.012
中图分类号
TM [电工技术]; TN [电子技术、通信技术];
学科分类号
0808 ; 0809 ;
摘要
Particle removal during lunar exploration activities is of prime importance for the Success of robotic and human exploration of the moon. We report on our efforts to use electrostatic and dielectrophoretic forces to develop a dust removal technology that prevents the accumulation of dust oil solar panels and removes dust adhering to those surfaces. Testing of several prototypes showed solar shield output above 90% of the initial potentials after dust clearing. Published by Elsevier B.V.
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页码:89 / 92
页数:4
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