The magnetic sail
Journal Article
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· Analog Science Fiction and Fact; (United States)
OSTI ID:5012523
The potential of magnetic sail (Magsail) technology to provide mobility to solar system missions is discussed. The operation of the Magsail in a plasma wind and within the magnetosphere is examined, and the utilization of Magsail to escape from LEO is addressed. Magsail orbits in heliocentric space and the use of the Magsail as an interstellar brake are discussed. 13 refs.
- OSTI ID:
- 5012523
- Journal Information:
- Analog Science Fiction and Fact; (United States), Vol. 112; ISSN 1059-2113
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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