Launch & Propulsion
EP
Electric Propulsion
Electric Propulsion (EP) — Propulsion systems using electricity to accelerate propellant, including ion engines and Hall-effect thrusters. Very efficient (high Isp) but low thrust, ideal for satellite station-keeping and orbit raising.
Frequently asked about EP
- What does EP mean in the space industry?
- Electric Propulsion: Propulsion systems using electricity to accelerate propellant, including ion engines and Hall-effect thrusters. Very efficient (high Isp) but low thrust, ideal for satellite station-keeping and orbit raising.
- What does EP stand for?
- EP stands for Electric Propulsion.
- What category of space terminology does EP belong to?
- EP is part of the Launch & Propulsion category in space industry terminology.