Hall thrusters (HTs) are used in earth-orbiting satellites, and also show promise to propel robotic spacecraft long distances, such as from Earth to Mars.
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NASA Hack Space: August 2017
This paper discusses the physics, engineering and mission architecture relating to a gram-sized interstellar probe propelled by a laser beam.
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