The universe presents its challenge
Article Abstract:
History has shown that global exploration is the main reason behind the growth of Western civilization. Similarly, the exploration of the outer space would allow man to expand knowledge regarding the universe and the heavenly bodies.
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 1997
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Reaching for the stars
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Scientists agree that fusion systems are the key to human exploration of the outer reaches of space. A discussion of fusion power and how it can be used to propel spacecraft is presented.
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 1996
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Sailing the solar winds: magsails can open the oceans of space to tomorrow's travellers
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Solar wind can be used for the propulsion of spacecraft. Magsails are spacecraft that use the proton- and electron-filled stream of plasma emitted by the sun for propulsion.
Publication Name: Ad Astra
Subject: Astronomy
ISSN: 1041-102X
Year: 1992
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