Jul 20, 2020
Laser propulsion: NASA’s laser-powered spacecraft will fly to Mars in 72 hours — TomoNews
Posted by Quinn Sena in categories: robotics/AI, space
SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA — NASA scientist Philip Lubin is working on perfecting laser technology that could propel a light spacecraft to Mars in as little as three days.
In order for spacecraft to achieve faster speeds, Lubin proposes using an electromagnetic propulsion system that uses light and radiation, rather than the current fuel-based rocket propulsion system.