An inertial fusion propulsion scheme for solar system exploration

Details An inertial fusion propulsion scheme for solar system exploration An inertial fusion propulsion scheme for solar system exploration

Jan 1991

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Proceedings of the eighth symposium on space nuclear power systems. AIP Conference Proceedings, Volume 217, pp. 754-760 (1991).

Computer Science

Lunar, Planetary, And Deep-Space Probes, Theory, Design, And Computerized Simulation

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A novel fusion scheme that combines the favorable aspects of both inertial and magnetic confinement approaches is analyzed as a propulsion device for potential utilization in solar system exploration. Using an appropriate set of equations for the plasma dynamics and the magnetic nozzle, we assess the system's propulsive capability by applying the results to a round trip mission to Mars. We find that such a device would allow a massive vehicle to make the journey in less than five months.

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