Analysis of fusion propulsion system for Earth-to-Mars mission
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DOI: 10.1016/j.fusengdes.2021.112230
Abstract: Abstract The high-performance space propulsion system is required for deep space exploration, such as Mars and Jupiter missions. The fusion propulsion system has an extraordinary performance of ultra-high specific impulse, high specific power, and moderate… read more here.
Keywords: propulsion system; propulsion; analysis; fusion propulsion ... See more keywords
Development of SunVoyager Interstellar Precursor Probe Driven by Inertial Confinement Fusion Propulsion
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DOI: 10.2514/1.a36045
Abstract: In this paper, we present updated calculations for the SunVoyager probe, a spacecraft conceptual design for a mission to the outer solar heliosphere to a distance of 500–1000 AU, in a trip time of [Formula:… read more here.
Keywords: confinement fusion; fusion propulsion; see text; inertial confinement ... See more keywords