Russian scientists test plasma engine that could cut trip to Mars to around 30 days

Russian scientists test plasma engine that could cut trip to Mars to around 30 days

Russia is quietly testing a new plasma propulsion system that, if it works as claimed, could dramatically change the time it takes to travel to Mars. Early results suggest a leap in speed and efficiency that has attracted attention precisely because it’s not coming from NASA or private US companies like SpaceX. The engine is … Read more