A variety of Advanced Propulsion Concepts (APC) is discussed. The focus is on those concepts that are sufficiently near-term that they could be developed for the Space Exploration Initiative. High-power (multi-megawatt) electric propulsion, solar sails, tethers, and extraterrestrial resource utilization concepts are discussed. A summary of these concepts and some general conclusions on their technology development needs are presented.


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    Title :

    Advanced propulsion concepts


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    Publication date :

    1991-05-01


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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