Magdrive's New Propulsion System

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Satellites powered by solid metal could one day use space junk for fuel | CNN

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Magdrive is developing a new propulsion system for spacecraft that will launch into space for the first time later this year and will be fueled by solid metal.

The first version of the Magdrive system — called Warlock — is set to launch into orbit in June 2025 .

Because they run on solid metal, they might one day be powered by space junk collected directly in orbit.

Magdrive is aiming for its first commercial deployment by next year .

Solid metal fuel offers simplified storage and handling compared to gas or liquid propellants.

Metal plasma is produced during operation, it can easily deposit on surfaces, potentially affecting the overall performance of the spacecraft.

It can be used on satellites weighing anything from 10 kilograms ( 22 pounds ) to 400 kilograms ( 880 pounds ).

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