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Scientists achieve first-ever plasma ignition in nuclear fusion rocket engine, which can create up to 1,000 times more thrust than standard engines (www.euronews.com)

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[–] Semi_Hemi_Demigod@lemmy.world 1 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

I’m still a much bigger fan of solar thermal rockets because I’m a sucker for steampunk spaceships with valves and giant mirrors.

But I’m sure there’s a limit where the number of solar panels or giant mirrors is less efficient than a nuke.

The fact that it runs on just straight electricity is what’s really cool about it. As long as you got juice you can store up for a big burn.