#Propulsion

Microscale Electrospray Propulsion Set to Revolutionize Satellite Maneuverability and Debris Mitigation

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Small satellites, like CubeSats, are gaining momentum, given their affordability and customizability. However, these pint-sized satellites have a big problem - they need more capable propulsion systems to move them once in space. Without manoeuvrability, nanosats that have completed their missions turn into dangerous space junk with no...

Engineering a More Efficient Sleigh: Advancing Santa’s Christmas Eve Operations

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The logistical undertaking of Santa's Christmas Eve journey is staggering. In 24 hours, his sleigh must traverse the globe, somehow accessing over two billion households along the convoluted paths of chimneys, dropping off presents customised to the individual households. According to calculations, with 31 hours of Christmas Eve...

Is this the Ion Thruster that Might Send Humans to the Red Planet?

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NASA has been developing an Ion Thruster for a future mission to Mars. Last week the prototype device broke several records - does that mean t the technology is finally on track to take humans to the Red Planet within the next 20 years? Images the X3 ion...