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Fusion Powered Spacecraft

Serena Vaughn

Translator A AI

Publisher: Publifye

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Fusion Powered Spacecraft explores the groundbreaking potential of fusion energy to revolutionize space travel. It argues that fusion propulsion, with its promise of higher specific impulse and thrust, could drastically reduce travel times to distant celestial bodies, making ambitious missions within our solar system and beyond feasible within a human lifetime. The book delves into the underlying physics of nuclear fusion, including different confinement methods like magnetic confinement, providing readers with a solid foundation before exploring its application to spacecraft. The book examines various fusion reactor designs optimized for space applications, addressing the challenges of containing fusion reactions in the harsh environment of space. A significant portion is dedicated to different types of fusion propulsion systems, such as direct fusion drive (DFD) and magnetic nozzles. By presenting data from simulations, experimental results, and conceptual designs, the book offers a comprehensive look at the practical hurdles and technological advancements needed to realize fusion-powered space travel. This book uniquely emphasizes the practical challenges and technological hurdles involved in realizing fusion propulsion, offering a realistic assessment of the current state of fusion technology. Progressing from fundamental principles to engineering complexities and operational considerations, Fusion Powered Spacecraft is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the future of space exploration and the potential of fusion technology to unlock interstellar journeys.
Available since: 03/12/2025.
Print length: 82 pages.

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