Category Archives: Advanced Technology

Tuesday / 3 April 2012

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New Ion Engine Could Take Small Satellites To Moon

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EPFL Laboratories Developing MicroThrust Ionic Motor Capable Of Propelling Small Satellites To Moon; Thruster Weighs About 200g Including Fuel & Control Electronics; 1-kg Nanosatellite  Would Consume Only 100ml Of Fuel, Accelerate Up To 42,000km On 6-Month Journey To Lunar Orbit; To Be Used On Dutch Nanosatellite Lunar Mission OLFAR; ESA SMART-1 Mission Used Ion Propulsion  

Tuesday / 13 March 2013

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Goodyear Perfecting Moon Tires

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Goodyear ‘Spring Tire’ May Contribute To Broad Lunar Exploration, Development Of Moon; Airless Tire Utilizes 800 Load Bearing Springs Contouring To Any Surface Providing Maximum Traction To Carry Heavy Vehicles Long Distances; Will Not Degrade On Moon Like Traditional Rubber Pneumatic Tires; Now On Display At 2012 Geneva International Motor Show