Innovative Plasma Technology Could Propel Future Deep-Space Missions

A team of engineers and scientists led by NASA have begun investigating the physics and performance of magnetic nozzles -- innovative devices that could support development of plasma-based propulsion systems.
Such systems could dramatically reduce travel times to Earth's neighboring planets and extend the capabilities of future space exploration missions.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news3947.html">Innovative Plasma Technology Could Propel Future Deep-Space Missions</a></p> <p> A team of engineers and scientists led by NASA have begun investigating the physics and performance of magnetic nozzles -- innovative devices that could support development of plasma-based propulsion systems. <br>Such systems could dramatically reduce travel times to Earth's neighboring planets and extend the capabilities of future space exploration missions.</p>