JOURNAL ARTICLE

SPACECRAFT NEED A BOOST TO TRAVEL BETWEEN STARS.

  • Published In: Science News, 2025, v. 207, n. 4. P. 62 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: TREMPER, AARON 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the challenges of interstellar travel, highlighting the limitations of current technology in reaching the speed of light. Various propulsion methods, such as nuclear power and controlled fusion, are being explored to potentially shorten travel times. Solar sails and ion engines are also mentioned as potential options for space travel within our solar system. While fictional universes like Star Wars depict faster-than-light travel, the reality of interstellar travel remains a distant goal. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Science News. 2025/04, Vol. 207, Issue 4, p62
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Engineering
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0036-8423
  • Accession Number:183632464
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