- Nationality: French
PhD Thesis
Magnetic arch electrodeless plasma thruster experimental investigation
Date of Defense: 24 November 2025
Supervisors
Mario Merino Martinez (UC3M)
Abstract
Electrodeless plasma thrusters (EPT) aim to improve propulsive performances, system simplicity and versatility. Their design has not been optimized for operation. The new EPT, with U-shaped plasma source geometry, aim to eliminate problems encountered with classic EPT and to enable differential thrust vector control without moving parts.
ZARATHUSTRA – Revolutionizing advanced electrodeless plasma thrusters for space transportation.
ERC Starting Grant 2020: 950466
Research Stays
Institutions: Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) (France)
Department/Group: Institut de Combustion, Aérothermique, Réacivité et Environnement (ICARE)
Host: Stéphane Mazouffre
Period: from February 2024 to June 2024
PhD in Aerospace Engineering UC3M 