[ExI] New fusion rocket design could cut Mars trip to under 4 months

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New fusion rocket design could cut Mars trip to under 4 months
By David Szondy     May 03, 2025

<https://newatlas.com/space/pulsar-fusion-rocket-design-slash-space-travel-times/>
Quotes:
Called Sunbird, we now have more details on the nuclear fusion rocket
project that is so far along that the company expects to demonstrate
it later this year and begin orbital tests in 2027.

"I expect that, as of today, Sunbird is already being closely analyzed
by our global competitors," said Dinan. "Pulsar has built a reputation
for delivering real technology – not just concepts. We have recently
commissioned not one, but two of the largest space propulsion testing
chambers in the UK, if not all of Europe. Pulsar is now an
international space propulsion testing powerhouse, and we have
ambitious plans to expand rapidly. We actively welcome visits from
appropriate partners and prospective international clients and look
forward to sharing more exciting developments we have in the
pipeline."
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Note the words "If they can get it to work". But it sounds like a big advance.

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