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In a space first, scientists test ion thrusters powered by iodine – CNET
“Iodine ion engine.” Say that 10 times really fast.
The ThrustMe engine in operation on Earth, in a vacuum chamber.
ThrustMe
For a few years now, ion propulsion technology’s sci-fi mechanics have raised the standard for flying spacecraft, replacing fiery rocket tails as the new in-thing. Ion propulsion can…
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