glossary:fusion-driven-rocket

CONCEPT dossier

Fusion Driven Rocket

Glossary term: Fusion Driven Rocket

CONCEPT Propulsion

01 Executive_Summary

A spacecraft propulsion concept using fusion reactions to heat a propellant for high specific impulse. Dr. John Slough (MSNW LLC) proposed an FRC-based fusion driven rocket.

02 Definition

A spacecraft propulsion concept using fusion reactions to heat a propellant for high specific impulse. Dr. John Slough (MSNW LLC) proposed an FRC-based fusion driven rocket.

03 Deep_Dive_Intelligence

Overview

A spacecraft propulsion concept using fusion reactions to heat a propellant for high specific impulse. Dr. John Slough (MSNW LLC) proposed an FRC-based fusion driven rocket.

Role: Glossary term: Fusion Driven Rocket

Entity Type: Concept — Fusion Driven Rocket is a technical concept or theoretical framework.

Technical Definition

A spacecraft propulsion concept using fusion reactions to heat a propellant for high specific impulse. Dr. John Slough (MSNW LLC) proposed an FRC-based fusion driven rocket.

Related Concepts: FRC, MSNW LLC, John Slough, Specific Impulse

05b Related_Topics (2)

Field-Reversed Configuration

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Plasma Propulsion

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07 Key_Findings

▸ Role: Glossary term: Fusion Driven Rocket
▸ Entity Type: Concept — Fusion Driven Rocket is a technical concept or theoretical framework.
▸ Related Concepts: FRC, MSNW LLC, John Slough, Specific Impulse

09 Timeline_Mentions (6)

2011

Anthony Pancotti Joins MSNW

Anthony Pancotti transitions from AFRL to MSNW LLC to serve as Propulsion Lead for the Fusion Driven Rocket.

personnel

2012

Fusion Driven Rocket Phase I Report

MSNW submits a NASA report on the Fusion Driven Rocket, listing Anthony Pancotti as Mission Analysis Lead.

fusion-physics

2012

Fusion Driven Rocket NASA Report

Anthony Pancotti and John Slough document the Fusion Driven Rocket concept in a NASA report.

fusion-physics

2017

MSNW LLC public funding cessation

MSNW LLC ceases receiving public federal funding; work likely absorbed into classified program.

defense-programs

2017

The "Gray Track" Goes Dark

All public federal funding to MSNW LLC abruptly ceased. The last major public appearance of the "Fusion Driven Rocket" concept was in June, when Dr. Anthony Pancotti provided congressional testimony i

2010

NASA Fusion Driven Rocket Concept

NASA NIAC funds FDR by Slough at MSNW. MIF metal liners for propulsion. Track 1 of Slough three-track network.

Propulsion

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10 FAQ

What is Fusion Driven Rocket? ▾

A spacecraft propulsion concept using fusion reactions to heat a propellant for high specific impulse. Dr. John Slough (MSNW LLC) proposed an FRC-based fusion driven rocket.

What role does Fusion Driven Rocket play in the research network? ▾

Fusion Driven Rocket is classified under the "Propulsion" category, serving as Glossary term: Fusion Driven Rocket. A spacecraft propulsion concept using fusion reactions to heat a propellant for high specific impulse. Dr. John Slough (MSNW LLC) proposed an FRC-based fusion driven rocket.

What evidence supports the Fusion Driven Rocket assessment? ▾

The intelligence assessment for Fusion Driven Rocket is supported by 4 primary sources. Key sources include "The Fusion Driven Rocket: Nuclear Propulsion through Direct Conversion of Fusion Energy - NASA", "Nuclear Propulsion through Direct Conversion of Fusion Energy: The Fusion Driven Rocket - NASA NTRS", and "US9082516B2 - Apparatus, systems and methods for fusion based power generation and engine thrust generation". These documents provide the evidentiary basis for the analysis.

What is the technical definition of Fusion Driven Rocket? ▾

A spacecraft propulsion concept using fusion reactions to heat a propellant for high specific impulse. Dr. John Slough (MSNW LLC) proposed an FRC-based fusion driven rocket. Related Concepts: FRC, MSNW LLC, John Slough, Specific Impulse

What is the physics behind Fusion Driven Rocket? ▾

A spacecraft propulsion concept using fusion reactions to heat a propellant for high specific impulse. Dr. John Slough (MSNW LLC) proposed an FRC-based fusion driven rocket. Role: Glossary term: Fusion Driven Rocket Entity Type: Concept — Fusion Driven Rocket is a technical concept or theoretical framework.

What external sources document Fusion Driven Rocket? ▾

Fusion Driven Rocket is documented by 4 external sources, including 1 Government Report, 1 Technical Report, and 1 Patent. Notable references include "The Fusion Driven Rocket: Nuclear Propulsion through Direct Conversion of Fusion Energy - NASA", "Nuclear Propulsion through Direct Conversion of Fusion Energy: The Fusion Driven Rocket - NASA NTRS", and "US9082516B2 - Apparatus, systems and methods for fusion based power generation and engine thrust generation".

How was information about Fusion Driven Rocket collected? ▾

Information about Fusion Driven Rocket was collected through open-source intelligence (OSINT) methods, analyzing 4 declassified documents and cross-referencing findings across the research network.

What is the current status of Fusion Driven Rocket? ▾

A spacecraft propulsion concept using fusion reactions to heat a propellant for high specific impulse. Dr. John Slough (MSNW LLC) proposed an FRC-based fusion driven rocket.

How does Fusion Driven Rocket relate to compact fusion research? ▾

Overview A spacecraft propulsion concept using fusion reactions to heat a propellant for high specific impulse. Dr. John Slough (MSNW LLC) proposed an FRC-based fusion driven rocket. Role: Glossary term: Fusion Driven Rocket Entity Type: Concept — Fusion Driven Rocket is a technical concept or...

What documents should I read to learn more about Fusion Driven Rocket? ▾

To learn more about Fusion Driven Rocket, review the 4 primary sources, and related research finding linked in the source documents section of this dossier.