Electric propulsion.Built fromfirst principles.

Developing a novel triad-method for assessing plasma propulsion efficiency using Optical Emission Spectroscopy. The approach aims to bring plasma propulsors one step closer to viable launch assistance by providing a richer diagnostic picture than single-instrument methods. Conducted under the Furim Institute Forward Looking Minds Fellowship.

Developing an educational research paper addressing a gap in how fundamental EHD propulsion is taught, while investigating pin-to-ring electrode geometry and its effect on propulsor performance.

An exploratory study applying quantum wave dynamics analysis to a representative electrohydrodynamic thruster model, integrated with a Physics-Informed Neural Network (PINN). The work sits at the intersection of quantum mechanics, plasma physics, and machine learning — pushing toward a more complete theoretical description of EHD propulsion phenomena.

Extended essay and substantial improvement on prior work. Systematically investigated how electrode spacing and collector radius affect thrust-to-power ratio in a self-built EHD ion thruster — treating geometry as the primary design variable. Presented at KUF 2026 national finals.

A research proposal investigating the use of nanomaterial-based electrodes as a route to substantially improved plasma propulsion efficiency. The proposal examines how engineered nanoscale electrode surfaces could reduce energy losses, enhance ionisation rates, and push the thrust-to-power ratio toward ranges relevant for space launch applications.

Investigated the power-to-thrust ratio of a self-designed and self-built small-scale ionic thruster. Explored scalability to traditional thruster sizes, validated experimental data against theoretical predictions, and examined potential optimisations for maximum thrust — ultimately assessing whether electric propulsion can serve as an alternative to chemical propulsion for space launch. Published as a preprint on engrXiv.