Topic: Research News

MIT engineers have developed a new spacecraft engine that combines chemical and electric propulsion systems. This technology could enable small satellites to travel farther and perform more complex missions.

MIT engineers are working on a new kind of spacecraft engine that can do both fast movements and slow, precise adjustments. This is made possible by a special fuel that works with both types of propulsion systems.

Traditionally, these two technologies have required separate fuels and hardware, which adds weight and complexity. But the MIT team has found a way to combine them into one small package.

The key to this new engine is a

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MIT engineers have developed a new spacecraft engine that combines chemical and electric propulsion systems. This technology could enable small satellites to travel farther and perform more complex missions.