Published Dec 20, 2021
Happy Science Fiction Week, Earthlings!
Explore the fascinating world of space propulsion as Geoff Brumfiel and Naia Butler-Craig unravel the contrast between real-world engineering challenges and science fiction's imaginative solutions, with a special focus on the potential of nuclear rocket technology to revolutionize space travel.
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