NASA's New Space Engine: SRF Resonating Cavities

In summary, an article at NASA discusses a potential method for generating thrust without using traditional propulsion techniques. This involves using SRF resonating cavities and radio frequency waves to create a small amount of thrust. However, the validity of this method is questionable and is not a topic discussed on this forum. The thread discussing this topic has been closed due to its questionable scientific basis and being a duplicate of a previously closed thread.
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An article at NASA talks about a way to generate thrust without shooting something out the back.

http://ntrs.nasa.gov/search.jsp?R=20140006052

From the article: Approximately 30-50 micro-Newtons of thrust were recorded from an electric propulsion test article consisting primarily of a radio frequency (RF) resonant cavity excited at approximately 935 megahertz.

Not sure if anyone is following this, but it involves SRF Resonating Cavities. Does anyone know the force involved between radio waves and electrons? Is there a force that moves free electrons a bit or do the waves just dislodge bonded electrons? Is there anything to this story or is it another "cold fusion" type story?

Hope this is the correct section, but not sure where to talk about SRF Resonating Cavities...
 
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Thread closed, for two reasons.

1. This is suspect science, something we don't discuss at this site.
2. This is a duplicate of a previously closed thread, [thread]764409[/thread].
 

Related to NASA's New Space Engine: SRF Resonating Cavities

1. What is NASA's new space engine, SRF Resonating Cavities?

NASA's new space engine, SRF Resonating Cavities, is a propulsion system designed to provide a highly efficient and powerful method of space travel. It uses superconducting radio frequency (SRF) cavities to generate thrust by resonating electromagnetic waves.

2. How does the SRF Resonating Cavities engine work?

The engine works by creating a superconducting electromagnetic field inside the resonant cavities. This field interacts with the surrounding space, generating thrust and propelling the spacecraft forward. The engine also uses liquid hydrogen as a propellant, which is heated and expelled at high speeds to provide additional thrust.

3. What are the advantages of using SRF Resonating Cavities?

There are several advantages to using SRF Resonating Cavities as a space engine. It is highly efficient, with the potential to reach speeds of up to 40,000 miles per hour. It also has a high specific impulse, meaning it can produce more thrust with less fuel compared to traditional engines. Additionally, the engine is designed to be reusable, making it more cost-effective for future space missions.

4. What are the potential applications of SRF Resonating Cavities?

The SRF Resonating Cavities engine has the potential to revolutionize space travel. It could be used for long-distance space missions, such as sending humans to Mars, as well as for shorter trips within our solar system. The engine could also be used for satellite propulsion and in other forms of deep space exploration.

5. When will we see SRF Resonating Cavities in action?

While SRF Resonating Cavities are still in the development stage, NASA plans to test the engine on a small scale in the near future. If successful, it could potentially be used on future missions within the next decade. However, more research and testing is needed before the engine can be fully implemented for space travel.

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