Ion Engines for The Solar Gravitational Lens and Beyond
Ion engines can be a very efficient way to travel not only through our Solar System but even beyond. What kinds of ion engines are there? How are they different? What kind of missions can we expect? Finding out in this interview.
🟣 Guest: Dr. Dan Fries https://engr.uky.edu/people/dan-fries
Watch the video here (with no ads) or on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QgLE-tFUVow
Comments (2)
A good interview about alternative propulsion but the stumbling block is always the energy supply. I believe NASA was working on a Sterling engine generator to replace RTGs, but they gave up?
This was a fascinating eye opening discussion. Which is why your work is so valuable. Most science interviews are dry and limited in scope. Your style, level of knowledge, and approach creates a conversation which lets the SME’s enthusiasm become engaged while they describe their work. Amazing! Thank you!