J. S. Sovey

• A synopsis of ion propulsion development projects in the United States
• Advanced propusion for LEO and GEO platforms
• Characterization of in-flight performance of ion propulsion systems
• Development of an ion thruster and power processor for new millennium's Deep Space 1 Mission
• Electromagnetic emission experiences using electric propulsion systems
• Ion beam sputtering in electric propulsion facilities
• Performance and lifetime assessment of MPD arc thruster technology