UK's New Thruster Could Extend Satellite Life Indefinitely Using Only Solar Power and Air
By: Rahul Somvanshi
By: Rahul Somvanshi
UK scientists develop a thruster that might extend satellite lifespans using atmospheric air as fuel.
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Could satellites soon orbit Earth indefinitely? Surrey's latest innovation suggests a promising future.
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Harnessing solar power and thin air, the new UK thruster aims to revolutionize space travel.
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£250,000 grant backs Surrey's pursuit to use Earth's upper atmosphere in satellite propulsion.
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Imagine satellites operating without onboard propellant storage — a new British technology makes this possible.
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Dr. Tisaev reveals a propulsion system that transforms thin air into a powerful thrust source.
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Electrostatic thrusters, upgraded: Surrey's team adds a groundbreaking twist using natural atmospheric gases.
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New satellite propulsion tech could facilitate higher resolution Earth observations and faster communications.
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From concept to reality: UK's groundbreaking propulsion tests to begin, aiming for extended mission durations.
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