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EX.PL.RE. A directed energy mission to a nearby star system

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2022

The next frontier for humanity is beyond our solar system, embracing interstellar travel to expand our knowledge of what is beyond our current scope of vision and understanding. This project outlines a Directed Energy mission to the Alpha Centau[...]

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High power laser propulsion

Yuri A. Rezunkov, Author | Cham : Springer | Springer series on atomic, optical, and plasma physics | 2021

This book gives an in-depth analysis of the physical phenomena of thrust production by laser radiation, as well as laser propulsion engines, and laser-propelled vehicles. It brings together into a unified context accumulated up-to-date informati[...]

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Space nuclear propulsion for human Mars exploration : consensus study report

Washington : The National Academies Press | 2021

Space Nuclear Propulsion for Human Mars Exploration identifies primary technical and programmatic challenges, merits, and risks for developing and demonstrating space nuclear propulsion technologies of interest to future exploration missions. Th[...]

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Fast transit: Mars and beyond

Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2019

The goal of this project was to determine a method for crewed fast transit using continuous acceleration to reduce the mission length from eighteen months to weeks. This will minimize exposure to radiation and microgravity for human travelers. I[...]

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Nanomaterials in rocket propulsion systems

Qi-Long Yan, Editor ; Guo-Qiang He, Editor ; Pei-Jin Liu, Editor ; Michael Gozin, Editor | [S.l.] : Elsevier | Micro and Nano Technologies | 2019

Nanomaterials in Rocket Propulsion Systems covers the fundamentals of nanomaterials and examines a wide range of innovative applications, presenting the current state-of-the-art in the field. Opening with a chapter on nano-sized energetic materi[...]

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Laser-powered electric propulsion for interstellar precursor missions

Ana Cristina Garduno Baltazar, Author | Illkirch-Graffenstaden (France) : International Space University | 2018

In the last 30 years, the space community has proposed concepts for an Interstellar Heliopause Probe which could reach 200 AU within a scientist's career lifetime (< 30 years). However, no mission has yet been defined that does not need extensiv[...]

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Future spacecraft propulsion systems : enabling technologies for space exploration

Paul A. Czysz, Author ; Claudio Bruno, Author ; Bernd Chudoba, Author | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in astronautical engineering | 2017

The updated and expanded third edition of this book focuses on the multi-disciplinary coupling between flight-vehicle hardware alternatives and enabling propulsion systems. It discusses how to match near-term and far-term aerospace vehicles to m[...]

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Future spacecraft propulsion systems : enabling technologies for space exploration

Paul A. Czysz, Author ; Claudio Bruno, Author ; Bernd Chudoba, Author | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in astronautical engineering | 2017

The updated and expanded third edition of this book focuses on the multi-disciplinary coupling between flight-vehicle hardware alternatives and enabling propulsion systems. It discusses how to match near-term and far-term aerospace vehicles to m[...]

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To mars and beyond, fast! : how plasma propulsion will revolutionize space exploration /

Erik Seedhouse, Author | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in space exploration | 2017

As advanced in-space propulsion moves from science fiction to reality, the Variable Specific Impulse Magnetoplasma Rocket, or VASIMRr engine, is a leading contender for making 'Mars in a month' a possibility. A paradigm shift in space transporta[...]

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Aerospace propulsion systems

Thomas A. Ward, Author | Hoboken, N.J. : John Wiley & Sons | 2010

The book focuses on each type of propulsion system commonly used in aerospace vehicles today: rockets, piston aero engines, gas turbine engines, ramjets and scramjets. With a balence of theory, fundamental performance analysis, and design, the b[...]

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Frontiers of propulsion science

Marc G. Millis, Editor ; Eric W. Davis, Editor | Reston, VA : American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics | Progress in astronautics and aeronautics | 2009

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Future spacecraft propulsion systems : enabling technologies for space exploration

Paul A. Czysz, Author ; Claudio Bruno, Author | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in astronautical engineering | 2009

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The last theorem

Arthur C. Clarke, Author ; Frederik Pohl, Author | New York : Ballentine Books/Del Rey | 2009

When a man with a special gift for mathematics, writes a three-page proof of Pierre de Fermat's last theorem, his achievement is hailed as a work of genius, bringing him fame, fortune, and unwanted attention, but soon he realizes that everyone [...]

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Remembering the giants : Apollo rocket propulsion development

Steven C. Fisher, Editor ; Shamim A. Rahman, Editor | [S.l.] : National Aeronautics and Space Administration, NASA History Program Office | NASA History Series | 2009

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Rocket and spacecraft propulsion : principles, practice and new developments

Martin J.L. Turner | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in astronautical engineering | 2009

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Rocket and spacecraft propulsion : principles, practice and new developments

Martin J.L. Turner | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in astronautical engineering | 2009

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The Saturn V F-1 engine : powering Apollo into history

Anthony H. Young | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in space exploration | 2009

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Nuclear space power and propulsion systems

Claudio Bruno, Editor | Reston, VA : American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics | Progress in astronautics and aeronautics | 2008

Nuclear propulsion : an introduction / Claudio Bruno -- Nuclear-thermal-rocket propulsion systems / Timothy J. Lawrence -- Application of ion thrusters to high-thrust, high-specific-impulse nuclear electric missions / D.G. Fearn -- High-power a[...]

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The 3rd international conference on green propellant for space propulsion in combination with the 9th International Hydrogen Peroxide Propulsion Conference, 17-20 September, 2006, Futuroscope, Poitiers, France

C. Walker, Editor ; European Space Agency., Editor ; European Space Research and Technology Centre, ESTEC, Editor ; ESTEC., Editor ; International Conference on Green Propellants for Space Propulsion (3rd : 2006 : Poitiers, France);#International Hydrogen Peroxide Propulsion Conference ; (9th :; 2006 :; Poitiers, France), Editor | [S.l.] : European Space Agency | ESA SP | 2006

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Non-rocket space launch and flight

Alexander Bolonkin | [S.l.] : Elsevier | 2006

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Priorities in space science enabled by nuclear power and propulsion

National Research Council (U.S.). | Washington : The National Academies Press | 2006

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Astronautical engineering : an introduction to the technology of spaceflight

Hanfried Schlingloff, Author | Bad Abbach (Germany) : Ingenieurbüro Dr. Schlingloff Publications | 2005

The purpose of this book is to develop an understanding of the main engineering problems involved in spaceflight. Mathematics has not been avoided, and a graduate level is necessary to follow the derivations. The book gives insight into the engi[...]

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Future spacecraft propulsion systems : enabling technologies for space exploration

Paul A. Czysz ; Claudio Bruno | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in astronautical engineering | 2005

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Future spacecraft propulsion systems : enabling technologies for space exploration

Paul A. Czysz ; Claudio Bruno | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in astronautical engineering | 2005

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Rocket and spacecraft propulsion : principles, practice and new developments

Martin J.L. Turner | New York, NY : Springer | Springer-Praxis books in astronautical engineering | 2005

Written from the perspective of the user rather than the theorist, it discusses the range of launch vehicles in use throughout the world, and includes the very latest details of some of the advanced propulsion systems being developed. The book c[...]

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Ideas into hardware : a history of the rocket engine test facility at the NASA Glenn Research Center

Virginia P. Dawson ; NASA Glenn Research Center | [S.l.] : National Aeronautics and Space Administration | 2004

Contents : Combustion instability and other Apollo Era challenges. Clever approaches to testing in the shuttle Era. Expanding RETF's capabilities...

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Space propulsion 2004 : proceedings of the 4th international spacecraft propulsion conference, 2nd international conference on green propellants for space propulsion, 3rd european workshop on hydrazine, 2-9 June 2004 Sardinia, Italy

A. Wilson, Editor ; European Space Agency, Editor ; Space propulsion 2004 (Sardinia, Italy : 2004), Editor | [S.l.] : European Space Agency | ESA SP | 2004

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Advanced space propulsion systems

Martin Tajmar | New York, NY : Springer | 2003

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Preliminary design of the VASIMIR VF-50, flight configuration

Matteo Alessandrini 2003

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21st century and beyond : future space rockets and breakthrough propulsion

[S.l.] : Progressive Management | American space encyclopedia series. | 2002

Collection of official public domain U.S. federal government documents.

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