The Next Byte

109. From Blastoff to Beyond: Ion Thrusters Pushing the Limits of Space Travel

Episode Summary

In this episode, we talk about how a group of researchers at the University of Michigan have gained a thrust output 10x greater than what was thought to be possible by challenging preconceived limitations and how their breakthrough could hold the key for deep space travel.

Episode Notes

(2:20) - Ultra-efficient Plasma Thrusters For Deep Space Travel

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