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This is the Strangest Idea Ever for a Spacecraft Propulsion System: Ferrofluids

13 Jul , 2017 by Matt Williams

A new study from Michigan Tech presents a new concept for small satellite propulsion, one which relies on magnetically-activated fluids to generate thrust.

Featured, ferrofluids, Low Earth Orbit (LEO), microthrusters, Satellites, small satellites

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