Javier Correas — February 27, 2007 — Tech
References: blogs.zdnet
Georgia Tech researchers have created a new engine for rockets that will help them go faster, reducing fuel spend by 40%. How? Well, in few words, this new system works as a "five-gear engine". The new system lets the rocket save fuel by using solar energy once the rocket is in outer space, using first gear only when acceleration is needed.
The project has been funded by the US Air Force with the first uses obviously in military, but let's hope it soon turns into some civil use!
The project has been funded by the US Air Force with the first uses obviously in military, but let's hope it soon turns into some civil use!
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1. Rocket Propulsion System - New rocket propulsion system that can reduce fuel spend by 40% provides opportunities for reduced space missions costs.
2. Solar-powered Propulsion - Increasing use of solar power in propulsion systems presents opportunities for more efficient space missions and reduced environmental pollution.
3. Multi-gear Engine - Innovations in multi-gear engine technology for rockets could provide opportunities for further advancements in space exploration.
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1. Aerospace - The aerospace industry could benefit from the development of new rocket propulsion systems through increased efficiency and lower costs of space exploration.
2. Military - The military industry could benefit from the new rocket propulsion system developed by Georgia Tech to reduce fuel costs of space missions.
3. Renewable Energy - Renewable energy industry could benefit from the increasing use of solar power in rocket propulsion systems, providing opportunities for technological development and reduced environmental pollution.
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