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Stephanie Evans
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Advisor: Dr. Hank Pernicka
Abstract
In order to produce the most efficient propulsion system possible, it is necessary to consider all components of the design. When the propulsion system of the satellite designed by the Missouri Satellite Team changed from an eight thruster system to a twelve thruster system, a redesign of the system was necessary. This redesign chiefly involved altering the thruster placement and the design of the distributor. Due to the fact that the propellant used in the system can produce a higher pressure than the team is allowed, it is imperative that the system be made as efficient as possible to prolong the mission.
Stephanie Evans is from Mascoutah, Illinois. She graduated from Mascoutah Community High School in May of 2008. She is currently attending Missouri University of Science and Technology. She is pursuing a dual major in aerospace engineering and mechanical engineering. She is a member of the propulsion and outreach subsystems on the Missouri Satellite Design Team. She hopes to one day work for NASA, and, eventually, become an astronaut.
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