Firefly Icarus: An Unmanned Interstellar Probe using Z-Pinch Fusion Propulsion
Abstract
Project Icarus is a theoretical design study for an unmanned, fusion-based probe to Alpha Centauri using "current or near-future technology" [1]. This paper explores the design of such an interstellar probe using a Z-pinch fusion engine.
- Publication:
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Journal of the British Interplanetary Society
- Pub Date:
- 2015
- Bibcode:
- 2015JBIS...68...68F
- Keywords:
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- Fusion Propulsion;
- Z-Pinch Fusion;
- Starship Radiator;
- Alpha Centauri;
- Firefly Icarus.