Department
Physics and Engineering
Location
Bethel University
Document Type
Event
Start Date
10-25-2023
End Date
10-25-2023
Abstract
Space if filled with highly energetic electrons, many of which originate from the sun. All earth satellites must have insulators. Unfortunately, the insulators absorb both the electrons and the energy that they are carrying. Once sufficient charge accumulates, it is released in a sudden and destructive pulse which can destroy the onboard electronics and solar panel. The depth of penetration of the electrons in the insulators varies with incident energy, flux, and material. Determining the deposition profiles is key to understanding and mitigating the threat to satellites.
Recommended Citation
Beecken, Brian P., "A new Algorithm for Determining Energy and Charge Deposition in Spacecraft Insulators" (2023). Day of Scholarship. 41.
https://spark.bethel.edu/dayofscholarship/fall2023/oct25/41
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A new Algorithm for Determining Energy and Charge Deposition in Spacecraft Insulators
Bethel University
Space if filled with highly energetic electrons, many of which originate from the sun. All earth satellites must have insulators. Unfortunately, the insulators absorb both the electrons and the energy that they are carrying. Once sufficient charge accumulates, it is released in a sudden and destructive pulse which can destroy the onboard electronics and solar panel. The depth of penetration of the electrons in the insulators varies with incident energy, flux, and material. Determining the deposition profiles is key to understanding and mitigating the threat to satellites.