Propulsion Radiation Shielding

Propulsion Radiation Shielding is a space design control that reduces exposure from charged particles and solar events for thruster, burn, and maneuver systems. It uses material selection, safe modes, and exposure modeling so teams can protect electronics and crews from known hazards while keeping evidence, reliability, and public-safe operational boundaries clear.

“The mission team used Propulsion Radiation Shielding when the burn plan changed, so the team could protect electronics and crews from known hazards before the next mission decision point.”