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MIT propulsion concept could give CubeSats two drive modes
Key Takeaways
- MIT tested ASCENT as an electrospray propellant in a space-like setup.
- The thruster operated for up to 100 hours using just 1 gram of propellant.
- The concept could let CubeSats switch between chemical thrust and efficient electric propulsion.
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DT Editorial Team··via universetoday.com
