About ElectroDynamic Applications

ElectroDynamic Applications, Inc. (EDA) is principally focused on the research and development of spacecraft systems, plasma systems, and electromagnetic interactions. Our specialties include Electric Propulsion (EP) (Hall Thrusters, Ion Thrusters, Electrodynamic Tether Propulsion, and others), plasmas and plasma diagnostics, and related space and vacuum technology. EDA does technology development at all stages from conceptual design and numerical plasma simulation, to prototype manufacturing, to testing and qualification. EDA works closely with leading research universities such as the University of Michigan and Penn State University as well as various NASA and Airforce Centers and other aerospace companies and prime contractors. EDA provides “turn-key” testing in large vacuum facilities for commercial and government customers.

EDA’s projects include

  • Space technology development such as cold cathode electron emission and advanced Hall thrusters
  • Plasma simulations of EP devices, EP plume interactions with spacecraft, RF/Laser communications, and re-entry plasma mitigation
  • Large vacuum chamber experiments with EP devices and advanced sensors for high-altitude and space applications

EDA was formed by two professors from the University of Michigan in the fields of Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Physics, and Atmospheric Oceanic and Space Sciences. Maintaining close ties with the University of Michigan and other Universities, EDA is able to bring to bear a wide range of expertise to any problem. EDA’s experience with space flight missions, and collaboration with the University of Michigan’s Space Physics Research Laboratory, creates a capability not just in theoretical experimentation, but also in practical space flight system design.

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