LionSAT Hybrid Plasma Probe
 
LionProbe Design
1.0   Introduction
2.0   Background
 
2.1  Langmuir Theory
  2.2  PFP Theory
  2.3  Plasma Sheath

3.0   Implementation
  3.1  Microprocessor
  3.2  A/D & D/A Convert
  3.3  Electrometer
  3.4  DDS & Comparator
  3.5  Phase Detection
  3.6  Signal Combination
  3.7  Sensor Heads
  3.8  Boom Selection

  3.9  Other Schematics
4.0   Results
5.0   Project Value
6.0   Cost Analysis
7.0   Conclusion
8.0   Future Work
9.0   References

 

E E 403W Senior Design Project


This website covers the entire design process of the LionProbe hybrid plasma probe that took place between Jan 23 and May 2, 2003. 


Mike Wyland, Matt Majeran, Chris Brandt, Nick Elton

Michael Wyland - Mike was involved in the electronic design of the Hybrid Plasma Probe. He is a senior in Electrical Engineering at Penn State and will be graduating in May 2003. Following graduation he will be working for Lockheed Martin Management & Data Systems in Chantilly, VA.

Matthew Majeran - Matt is a senior electrical engineering major graduating in May 2003. He has plans to attend graduate school at Penn State to obtain an MS in electrical engineering. He helped work on the electric design of the HPP

Christopher Brandt - Chris was involved in the design of the boom for the Hybrid Plasma Probe.  He is a senior in Mechanical Engineering at Penn State.  Chris will be graduating in May 2003.  He will start working this summer for Picatinny Arsenal in Dover, New Jersey.

Nicholas Elton - Nick was also involved in the electronic design of the Hybrid Plasma Probe.  He is a senior in Electrical Engineering at Penn State and will also be graduating in May 2003.  He is planning on attending Air Force Officer Training School after graduation for a position as a developmental engineer.