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--- starship_propulsion [2011/08/16 09:05] – [Chemical Rockets] hagalaz
+++ starship_propulsion [2011/08/16 09:08] – [IEC Plasma Exhaust Drives] hagalaz
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 ==== IEC Plasma Exhaust Drives ====
-Most spaceships use IEC fusion for both power and propulsion: hot plasma from the reactor is used as reaction exhaust. Vernier thrusters and CMG Units (Control Moment Gyro) are used for fine maneuvers, such as docking.  When operating a ship with IEC engines, think of "fuel" as reaction mass used to create plasma for movement.
+Most spaceships use IEC fusion for both power and propulsion: hot plasma from the reactor is used as reaction exhaust.  When operating a ship with IEC engines, think of "fuel" as reaction mass used to create plasma for movement. IEC engines are not as powerful as chemical rockets, but they are much more efficient, and unlike chemical rockets, are capable of propelling starships across vast distances.
 ==== Solar Sails ====