A theoretical discussion of high energy laser propelled light sails is presented. Selection of sail materials, interstellar drag forces, beam pointing, flight velocity, probe mass, and radiation shielding are among the factors discussed. Interstellar probe missions and colonization of the solar system via the light sail are considered.


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    Title :

    Laser driven light sails: An examination of the possibilities for interstellar probes and other missions


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    Publication date :

    1976-12-01


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English





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