Condense Matter Propulsion for Mars Probes
Abstract
A thruster concept is discussed that uses a large Rydberg molecule, a highly condensed plasma representing a low-temperature state superfluids, to enable new and unique investigations using small probe for both near Mars exploration and Mars descent.
- Publication:
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Concepts and Approaches for Mars Exploration
- Pub Date:
- June 2012
- Bibcode:
- 2012LPICo1679.4087R