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Electric ion plasma with softer nuclear fusion. Possible idea or solution to the issue of propulsion in space or engines and thrusters. I thought of Magnetar hovering around dimensions or external dimensional fields of a large black hole. Another solution because the plasma or neutron pulsar would act in a unique way with the black hole, but if it were the other way around, a white hole would act by repulsion and not extreme gravitational attraction.
FreeCAD satellites integration,cubesats:https://www.freecad.org/ Mode 1 (Soft Cruise): Low-power, high-specific-impulse electric propulsion (ion/Hall/MPD/VASIMR) for extended maneuvers and fuel efficiency. It uses light propellant (H, H₂, or Xe/Ar depending on the system) with small but highly efficient thrusts (high Δv possible).
Mode 2 (Pulse Thrust): A controlled, pulsed fusion source that delivers bursts of high power when rapid acceleration is needed (escape from a gravity well, rapid insertion maneuver, transfer time reduction). This fusion would not be a "mini black hole" or anything exotic: it would be sustained or pulsed fusion (concepts like magnetic fusion, magnetized inertial confinement, pulsed fusion) coupled with a magnetic nozzle to convert energetic particles into directed thrust.
Central Power Plant: Orbital-sized fusion reactor mounted on the ship's axis. Pulsed operating mode for maneuvers and standby mode for low continuous electrical generation. Propeller Docking: Magnetic nozzle with superconducting coils (generate a field to expand and direct plasma). Auxiliary Subsystems: Supercapacitor banks for surges, deployable radiators, modular shielding (lightweight materials enriched with hydrogen layers to moderate neutrons). Operating Mode: During cruise, use electric propulsion (low power). When high Δv is required, load banks and discharge into the pulsed fusion reactor -> commanded bursts of plasma through the nozzle.
Propellant: Hydrogen stored at low density or in the form of compact hydrides to reduce volume. Compact fusion reactor (e.g., magnetic confinement or pulsed magneto-inertial): produces high-energy particles/energy. Thrust converter/magnetic nozzle: deflects and channels hot plasma without material contact. Prevents thermal erosion. Energy management systems: superconductors for magnetic fields, storage (ultracapacitor batteries or flywheels) to manage power peaks. Radiation and shielding systems: fusion produces neutrons (depending on the reaction) shielding + sacrificial material; be careful with D-T.
Electric propulsion (ion / Hall / MPD / VASIMR) for continuous low-power operation when fusion is not active. Plasma Containment and Fusion
Function: To confine plasma and withstand energy pulses without erosion or melting of the material.
Required Properties:
High temperature resistance (up to 10⁶ K in nearby plasma).
High thermal conductivity to evacuate heat.
Radiation resistance (neutrons and charged particles).
Compatibility with strong magnetic fields.
Materials and Structures:
Superconductors: NbTi, Nb₃Sn, YBCO (high current and magnetic fields).
Internal reactor linings: tungsten, beryllium, boron carbide, composite graphene.
Base structure: Reinforced stainless steel, Inconel, titanium alloys.
Quantized cells: Internal modular structures of reinforced aluminum or titanium to withstand mechanical loading without deformation.
Ground Testing:
Use of vacuum chambers to simulate space conditions.
Scaling: Reduced plasma pulse for confinement testing.
Active cooling with cryogenics or coolant (liquid He or liquid N₂).
Magnetic nozzles and plasma guides
Function: Channel and direct plasma without physical contact.
Required properties:
Resistance to erosion by charged particles.
Low susceptibility to induced currents and magnetic fields.
Mechanical rigidity to maintain geometry.
Materials:
Superconducting alloys (NbTi) for coils.
Graphene or boron carbide inner liner (withstands hot plasma).
Support structure: high-strength aluminum or titanium.
Ground testing:
Can be simulated with low-density plasma and low voltages.
Use of vacuum chambers and plasma flow sensors.
Cryogenic Cooling
Function: Absorb heat from fusion micropulses and keep superconductors functioning.
Required Properties:
Good heat flow, low coefficient of thermal expansion.
Compatible with cryogenic liquids (He, N₂).
Materials:
Copper or aluminum microchannels with insulating ceramic coating.
Graphene or synthetic diamond plates for high thermal conductivity.
Ground Testing:
Low-temperature liquid helium circulation.
Distributed temperature sensors for heat mapping and efficiency.
Neutron/Radiation Shielding and Protection
Function: Protect structure and electronic equipment from neutrons and gamma radiation from fusion.
Required Properties:
Neutron moderation.
Resistance to radiation activation.
Lightweight to avoid compromising propulsion.
Materials:
Solid or composite hydrogen (reinforced polymers) to moderate neutrons.
Tungsten or beryllium for secondary radiation.
Graphene or carbon layers to dissipate heat.
Ground Tests:
Small-scale shielding with radiation simulators (X-ray and neutron generators).
Mechanical Structures and Support
Function: Withstand weight, vibrations, and plasma expansion forces.
Required Properties:
High mechanical rigidity.
Low coefficient of thermal expansion.
Compatible with vacuum and extreme temperatures.
Materials:
Reinforced titanium and aluminum alloys.
Carbon fiber composites.
Modular internal supports for quantized cells.
Ground Tests:
Cells subject to vacuum and vibration chambers to simulate launch.
Thermal testing with resistors or microplasma.
Specific Vacuum Considerations
Avoid oxidation: Use only stable metals and compounds.
Avoid outgassing: Seal with resins and adhesives.
Radiators: Use graphene or black aluminum panels for maximum radiant heat output.