Optimisation of a quantum pair space thruster

The paper addresses the problem of propulsion for long term space missions. Traditionally a space propulsion unit has a propellant mass which is ejected trough a nozzle to generate thrust; this is also the case with inert gases energized by an on-board power unit. Unconventional methods for propulsi...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Valeriu DRAGAN
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: National Institute for Aerospace Research “Elie Carafoli” - INCAS 2012-06-01
Series:INCAS Bulletin
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Online Access:http://bulletin.incas.ro/files/dragan_v4_iss_2_full.pdf