‘Sunbird’ Nuclear Rocket Revealed in New Video Offers a Look at the Radical Future of Space Exploration

‘Sunbird’ Nuclear Rocket Revealed in New Video Offers a Look at the Radical Future of Space Exploration

The future of interplanetary travel is looking brighter, thanks to a new compact fusion engine built to deliver advanced propulsion capabilities and power systems unlike anything presently seen in space exploration. The Sunbird, a nuclear propulsion rocket system in development by UK-based aerospace company Pulsar Fusion and powered by its Dual Direct Fusion Drive (DDFD), is poised to slash mission costs and timelines, while extending humankind’…

Pulsar Fusion unveils vision for ‘Sunbird’ nuclear rocket to reach Mars in half the time

Pulsar Fusion just released a video showcasing its planned Sunbird nuclear fusion rocket, which is designed to reach speeds of about 329,000 mph (500,000 kph).