Monday, August 19, 2013

RINGS propels satellites without propellants

RINGS propels satellites without propellants
Gizmag, 18 August 2013
http://www.gizmag.com/rings-satellite-iss/28712/

Developed in the University of Maryland's Space Power and Propulsion Laboratory, this new electromagnetic propulsion technology called the Resonant Inductive Near-field Generation System (RINGS) uses magnetic fields to move spacecraft as a way to increase service life and make satellite formation flying more practical.

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