May Allen
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May Allen is a leading figure in advanced space propulsion, with her work centered on the development and mission application of high-power solar electric propulsion systems. Her most notable contribution is her leadership in the development of NASA’s Advanced Electric Propulsion System (AEPS), a groundbreaking 14 kW thruster designed to enable deep-space exploration. Allen’s overview paper on AEPS, which has garnered 14 citations, details the system’s early integrated testing and its critical role in future NASA missions, including the Power and Propulsion Element for the Gateway lunar outpost. Her research directly addresses the challenge of achieving efficient, long-duration thrust for spacecraft, positioning AEPS as a cornerstone of next-generation exploration. Allen’s work has been instrumental in transitioning electric propulsion from experimental technology to a practical, mission-ready capability, earning her recognition as a key contributor to NASA’s Artemis program and broader solar system exploration goals.
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