Electromagnetic wave momentum transmission propulsion
Abstract
As an idea to reduce the weight of propulsion system, we propose a method to propel a space vehicle using an electromagnetic wave. We find that a transmitting antenna with a high directive gain and an ability to emit a powerful electromagnetic wave is necessary for practical use.
- Publication:
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Space Technology and Applications, International Forum -- 1999
- Pub Date:
- January 1999
- DOI:
- 10.1063/1.57510
- Bibcode:
- 1999AIPC..458.1157I
- Keywords:
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- 89.90.+n;
- Other topics in areas of applied and interdisciplinary physics