Breaking through to the stars
Article Abstract:
NASA has established a 'Breakthrough Propulsion Physics' program to pursue new concepts in propulsion that would be needed for interstellar travel. Possible propulsion ideas relate to controlling gravitational forces, using the energy in the space vacuum or traveling faster than light.
Publisher: National Space Society
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 1997
Research, Planning, Space flight, Interplanetary voyages, Astronautical research, United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 1997
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Nuclear propulsion: the key to economical access through space
Article Abstract:
Nuclear energy can be used for space vehicles in the same way that it has been used for naval vessels. A brief overview of different nuclear propulsion concepts and how they apply to space flight is presented.
Publisher: National Space Society
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 1996
Evaluation, Cover Story, Discovery and exploration, Outer space, Space exploration, Nuclear propulsion
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 1996
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Subjects list: Space vehicles, Spacecraft engines
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