Electrical coil reduces spinning and tumbling speed of orbiting satellites through eddy-current braking. Induction of eddy currents into skin of satellite by electromagnetic field produces torques that oppose rotation.


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    Title :

    Magnetic Despinning System


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    Publication date :

    1985-01-01



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    Miscellaneous


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    Language :

    English


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