Astronomy Cast Ep. 806: Mission Tech Series: Thrusters

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rK6w8ZHm8UM

Streamed live 18 Oct 2026.

Hosted by: Fraser Cain (@frasercain) and Dr. Pamela L. Gay (@CosmoQuest)

Today we continue looking at space exploration technologies. This time we will examine thrusters, which can reorient a spacecraft and help it maneuver in space. Maximum flexibility but you need to bring along some propellant.  

 

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