For an atom with such a uniquely simple electronic makeup, hydrogen shows remarkable
mutability as a ligand. As a one-electron substituent with no significant potential for π-type …

The rotating detonation engine (RDE) fueled by coal powder has attracted much attention
because of its high thermal cycle efficiency. To explore the detonation characteristics of …

The use of nickel-coated aluminum particles (10–100 μm) as a fuel component in
propellants is expected to improve the performance characteristics of solid rocket motors …

IN SITU resource utilization (ISRU) is recognized as an enabling technology for exploration
of Mars, which can significantly reduce the mass, cost, and risk of robotic and human …

Lithium and magnesium are promising metal fuels for some applications. Magnesium is
considered the main fuel for propulsion systems that use Martian carbon dioxide as the …

Mechanisms of powder magnesium and carbon dioxide combustion are required for the
concept of Mars propulsion based on the perspective of in-situ resource utilization. Most …

This article considers ignition and combustion of single particles of magnesium and
aluminum in carbon dioxide at pressures 0.1-2 MPa. An experimental setup with an …

Powdered Mg and CO 2 bipropellant engine providing a practical demonstration of in situ
resource utilization (ISRU) for Mars Sample Return (MSR) mission seems to be feasible by …

Powdered magnesium–carbon dioxide combustion is examined as a potential in-situ
propellant combination for Mars propulsion. Although this particular combination has …

The use of a fuel that can be burned directly with carbon dioxide derived from the Martian
atmosphere has recently received attention as an alternative to chemical in situ propellant …