Fusion propulsion for interstellar missions, examining requirements for detection of extra solar life
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ntrs-19670040298
Topic
propulsion
Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Publisher
Legacy CDMS
Authors
Spencer, D. F.
Year
1966
Editorial state
metadata curated editorial draft
Reviewer
GShips Project editorial synthesis
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Fusion propulsion for interstellar missions, examining requirements for detection of extra solar life
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