Simulating the Feasibility of an Alternative Space Launch System Using Electromagnetic Acceleration.
Faculty Sponsor(s)
Joelle Murray
Subject Area
Physics/Applied Physics
Description
Coilguns use electromagnetic forces to accelerate a projectile, potentially allowing for a more efficient and cost-effective launch system compared to traditional rocketry. The objective of this study is to build a model that simulates the feasibility of a coilgun launch system and compare its potential advantages and disadvantages to traditional rocket launch systems. The model consists of numerical simulations of a potential coilgun launch system, including the design of the coilgun, projectile parameters, and other factors including the effects of air resistance and other environmental factors.
Rights
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License.
Recommended Citation
Stewardson, Liam and Murray, Joelle, "Simulating the Feasibility of an Alternative Space Launch System Using Electromagnetic Acceleration." (2023). Linfield University Student Symposium: A Celebration of Scholarship and Creative Achievement. Event. Submission 21.
https://digitalcommons.linfield.edu/symposium/2023/all/21
Simulating the Feasibility of an Alternative Space Launch System Using Electromagnetic Acceleration.
Coilguns use electromagnetic forces to accelerate a projectile, potentially allowing for a more efficient and cost-effective launch system compared to traditional rocketry. The objective of this study is to build a model that simulates the feasibility of a coilgun launch system and compare its potential advantages and disadvantages to traditional rocket launch systems. The model consists of numerical simulations of a potential coilgun launch system, including the design of the coilgun, projectile parameters, and other factors including the effects of air resistance and other environmental factors.
