China is making headlines with its groundbreaking development of electric plasma jet engines, a technology that could reshape the future of aviation. With a clear vision to revolutionize the way ...

The new Russian rocket engine achieves higher acceleration than chemical rockets by using magnetic plasma accelerators, allowing for speeds of up to 100 km/s.

The next waypoint on Psyche's voyage will be a flyby of Mars in May 2026. Officials expect Psyche to keep that date, which is critical for using Mars' gravity to slingshot the spacecraft deeper into ...

Something to look forward to: Scientists have created a laboratory prototype of a plasma electric rocket engine that could revolutionize space travel. Based on a magnetic plasma accelerator, this ...

What's more, the plasma igniters enable engines to run efficiently with smaller amounts of gas than traditional spark-plug-ignited engines.

With coordination and planning, convalescent plasma should be poised to play a key role in the treatment of Covid-19 well into the future.

A UK-built spacecraft engine that runs on metal is preparing for its first test in space, in a mission that could pave the ...

Alfred E. Kunen, director of Republic’s Plasma Propulsion Laboratory, explained that the plasma pinch engine will get its electricity from solar cells and store it temporarily in a battery.

Plasma engines generate extreme heat, which can damage engine components over time. Tang’s team is investigating advanced materials and cooling systems to mitigate these effects.

Russia's state-owned Rosatom announced a prototype plasma engine which could speed up travel to other planets.