Space Propulsion

Numerous space propulsion concepts other than the rocket have been proposed since the beginning of the Space Age. Such "space drives" would use propulsion methods such as antigravity, inertia control, magnetic fields, etc., to achieve missions far beyond the capabilities of any rocket. The ideal space drive would obtain its energy from an external source such as the zero-point energy field, thereby eliminating the need for an onboard fuel supply. In recent years, the theoretical possibilities for the Star Trek concept of a warp drive have also been explored.

The section below contains links to other Web sites with information concerning space propulsion systems beyond the rocket. Contact the author of this Web site if you wish to suggest additional links.

Space Propulsion Links

Space Drive Concepts

• The Alternate View - Space Drives
  A group of articles about space drives by physicist John G. Cramer
   
• The SHARP Drive
  An article about Arthur C. Clarke's concept for an interstellar drive
   
• Can the Vacuum be Engineered for Spaceflight Applications?
  This paper explores the possibility of using the zero-point energy of the vacuum for space propulsion applications.
   
• Flying Saucer Propulsion 
  This article describes the amazing flying saucer technology pioneered by Ralph Ring and Otis Carr, a protege of the famous inventor Nikola Tesla.
   
• Force Borne Web
  Web site for the Cook Inertial Propulsion Engine, a device that does not use any propellant.

NASA Web Sites

• Breakthrough Propulsion Physics Project
  NASA project established to explore the ultimate breakthroughs needed to revolutionize space travel and enable interstellar voyages.
   
• Warp Drive, When?
  Educational site about the challenges of interstellar travel, existing propulsion ideas, and some futuristic concepts based on emerging physics.
   
• Beyond Rocketry
  Web page with links to some articles about advanced space propulsion systems

Inventors & Researchers

• The Searl Effect
  Web site of Professor John Searl, inventor of the Searl Effect Generator which produces an antigravity effect that can be used for propulsion.

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