BY LETTER
Self-Propulsive Tethers
Satellites which are joined by tethers orbiting any world with a magnetic field will generate electrical power by passing through the lines of magnetic force; this energy can be used to power ion thrusters for example and thereby power rotating tether systems, amongst other uses.
Related Articles
Appears in Topics
Development Notes
Text by Steve Bowers
Initially published on 03 July 2002.
Initially published on 03 July 2002.
