Revolution! Helical Engine Could Reach 99% of the Speed of Light

Written by Rafaela Fabris

Published on 26/06/2024 at 14:57

Imagine um motor que não precisa de combustível para funcionar e que pode impulsionar um foguete a 99% da velocidade da luz. Parece ficção científica, mas essa é a proposta do motor helicoidal, uma nova tecnologia que pode transformar a exploração espacial. Imagem: O Científico/Divulgação

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Imagine an engine that does not require fuel to operate and can propel a rocket to 99% of the speed of light. It seems like science fiction, but this is the proposal of the helical engine, a new technology that could transform space exploration.

The helical engine is an idea developed by David Burns, an engineer at NASA. Unlike traditional engines that use propellant, this engine employs principles of relativity to generate thrust. It uses a helical particle accelerator to accelerate particles almost to the speed of light.

The operation of the helical engine is based on Einstein’s theory of relativity, which states that the mass of an object increases as it approaches the speed of light. The engine uses ions and electromagnets to accelerate particles in a helical loop. As the particle accelerates, its mass increases, generating thrust and thus propelling the spacecraft.

Advantages of the Helical Engine

Amazing Speed: Theoretically, it could reach 99% of the speed of light.

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Challenges and Limitations

Despite being a promising idea, the helical engine faces significant challenges. To test it on Earth, a tube 200 meters long and 12 meters wide would be necessary, along with 65 megawatts of power to generate just 1 newton of thrust – the equivalent force needed to press a keyboard button.

Therefore, the idea is for the engine to operate in the vacuum of space, where there is no gravity resistance. Even so, there is still much to be developed and tested to make this technology viable.

Future of Space Exploration

If this technology is successful, it could revolutionize space exploration, making it faster and more accessible. Besides saving on fuel, the helical engine would allow for more efficient and safer space exploration.

The helical engine is an innovation that could change the future of space travel. Despite the challenges, it is an exciting idea that brings us closer to reaching new frontiers in the universe.

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Regi

#17608

30/06/2024 23:52

Gostei dessa tecnologia do motor do foguete, ir até a lua em 2 segundos.
Agora tecnologia **** mesmo, deve ser dos freios do foguete, para pode parar antes de chegar na lua em menos de 2 segundos

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Renato cunha(@anonimorenatocunha)

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30/06/2024 08:45

Ainda não temos material resistente para suportar a aceleração e a frenagem do veículo, se vai colocar esses motores atrás, precisará colocar alguns na frente também para ajudar na frenagem.

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Paulo C Costa

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30/06/2024 14:36

Não tem atmosfera e não tem órbita

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Aylan

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30/06/2024 06:39

Impressive

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With 7.4 trillion tons of artificial snow pumped in 10 years, an extreme operation could stabilize the West Antarctic ice sheet and prevent a sea level rise of more than 3 meters, but it would require snow cannons, ocean water, and energy on an almost industrial scale at the end of the world.

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