Chinese scientists build prototype engine for nuclear-powered spaceship to Mars (www.scmp.com)
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eleitl@lemmy.ml on 20 Mar 2024 10:51 collapse

8 tons? I wonder how InP on mylar PV would scale up for power density to mass. It would probably be dual-useable as a solar sail too.