The AEPS is a solar electric propulsion system that uses xenon as its propellant, much like existing ion engines. Where it differs is in the power output, which should allow it to work as the ...

[Steven Dufresne] recently demonstrated ion propulsion using high voltage ... it appears that the resulting “ion wind” propels the Enterprise with respect to the fixed testing apparatus.

Unlike most interplanetary probes, Dawn is not propelled by a chemical rocket engine, but by a solar-electric ion propulsion system, particularly suitable for long-distance flights. This innovative ...

Ionic wind aircraft; AI radiology; magnetic topological insulator. November 27th, 2018 - By: Ann MutschlerAnn Mutschler ...

They recently announced plans to install wind propulsion systems on seven new vessels, including the innovative Wind Challenger. MOL successfully tested the Wind Challenger on an existing ship ...