More About Laser Engines,
Abstract
Laser engines of the plasma-forming fuel chamber type will probably become a reality in the near future. But the problems have not yet been solved of how to design suitable exhaust systems and mechanically suitable fuel chambers of workably small size. Nor has the question been answered as to what optimum natural energy sources can be used for space flight. Flights in space using laser rocket engines will be a great step toward the realization of man's dream about flying beyond the solar system. This dream will be realized after the creation of laser engines using light pressure as a motive force.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 28, 1974
- Accession Number
- AD0781674
Entities
People
- Mikhail Tutekov
Organizations
- National Air and Space Intelligence Center