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Why can a small tugboat pull a ship 1,000 times larger?
The powerful propulsion system combined with the submerged hull design allows the tug to move giant ships.
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Space science
Plasma fusion engine could enable intergalactic travel
Researchers are working to overcome the technological challenges to make fusion plasma engines a reality.
Space science
Close up of testing process of rocket system on NASA Orion spacecraft
The process of testing rocket boosters is important because it determines the success of the introduction of NASA's Orion spacecraft into orbit and access to the Moon.
Discover science
Why is the rocket engine still burning out of space even without oxygen?
Probably once a child, most of the dreamy souls in us had once dreamed of a certain occasion to fly away from Earth, right?
Space science
Boeing designed a space station to serve people to Mars
Boeing's new generation of space stations designed to allow people to explore further in the universe could become a reality in the next three years.
Space science
The US Air Force is about to launch a secret spacecraft
The US Air Force is about to launch the fourth X-37B flight, the unmanned spacecraft to join a secret program of this force.
Space science
NASA: Mars is still out of human reach
Dennis Tito wanted to bring two astronauts to Mars early on Christmas 2017, but NASA seemed cold with this proposal by Dennis Tito.
Space science
Russia 'abandoned' Proton-M rocket
The Russian Space Agency (Roscosmos) will halt the launch of the Proton-M rocket with the Briz-M propulsion system after the missile fails to put two telescopes on orbit…
Science invention
Students invented underwater jet backpacks, helping swim 12km / h
With a speed of 12km / h, underwater jet backpacks help divers move quickly, can serve the search and rescue.
New technology
This robot can swim without engine and battery
According to Technology, robots use the body's reaction mechanism to heat to create thrust and move in water. As a result, the robot does not need to use any motor or po…
New technology
NASA tries the ion engine that can take people to Mars
NASA is experimenting with a solar-powered large ion-propulsion system to help carry out remote space exploration missions.
New technology
NASA has successfully tested the most powerful rocket on the planet
In the Utah desert, the world's most powerful rocket engine has been successfully tested.
New technology
NASA develops a solar-powered engine that puts people on Mars
NASA announced today it has signed a three-year contract with a company to develop solar powered propulsion for Mars and other space exploration missions.