plasmoid_perturbation

Function plasmoid_perturbation 

Source
pub fn plasmoid_perturbation(
    b_tesla: f64,
    n_density_per_m3: f64,
    plasma_velocity_m_s: f64,
    cross_section_m2: f64,
    transit_duration_s: f64,
    ship_mass_kg: f64,
    remaining_travel_s: f64,
) -> PlasmoidPerturbation
Expand description

Full plasmoid perturbation analysis.

Computes trajectory perturbation for a spacecraft transiting through a plasmoid in the Uranus magnetosphere.

§Arguments

  • b_tesla - Plasmoid magnetic field strength (T)
  • n_density_per_m3 - Plasma number density (particles/m³)
  • plasma_velocity_m_s - Bulk plasma flow velocity (m/s)
  • cross_section_m2 - Spacecraft effective cross-section (m²)
  • transit_duration_s - Plasmoid transit duration (s)
  • ship_mass_kg - Spacecraft mass (kg)
  • remaining_travel_s - Time from plasmoid to destination (s)