What is ionic thrust?

Ionic thrust is a form of propulsion.

How does peripheral acceleration benefit ionic thrusters?

Peripheral acceleration enhances performance.

The Mark III Thruster achieves high speeds.

The speaker aims to develop a commercial ionic thrust airplane.

Weight reduction and increased velocity are key goals.

Ionic thrust propulsion is gaining traction in space applications, exemplified by MIT's ionic thrust airplane in 2018, showcasing the potential for innovative advancements in the field.
The development of modular ionic thrusters and the Mark III Thruster with peripheral acceleration not only enhances acceleration and structural integrity but also highlights the need for continued improvements in weight reduction and increased velocity for future airplane applications.

What is ionic thrust?
Ionic thrust is a form of propulsion.
How does peripheral acceleration benefit ionic thrusters?
Peripheral acceleration enhances performance.
What are the key features of the Mark III Thruster?
The Mark III Thruster achieves high speeds.
How does the speaker's work contribute to commercial aviation?
The speaker aims to develop a commercial ionic thrust airplane.
What are the challenges in implementing ionic thrust technology on airplanes?
Weight reduction and increased velocity are key goals.

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Ionic thrust is emerging as a form of propulsion, with successful space applications and MIT's ionic thrust airplane in 2018.
The speaker's work involves modular ionic thrusters and an ionic thrust wing, aiming for a commercial ionic thrust airplane.
Initial prototypes include the BSI Thruster and the Mark I, both using sequential design for air acceleration.
Inspired by nature's convergence, the speaker developed a new type of ionic thruster with peripheral acceleration.
The speaker's designs were well-received, leading to improvements in acceleration, structural integrity, and obstacle collision avoidance.
The speaker then designed an ionic thrust wing with individual thrusters capable of withstanding hits.
Testing and modifications led to a new design with peripheral acceleration and a hollow center for improved performance.
The final design, Mark III Thruster, achieved speeds of over 4 m/s and moved a significant volume of air.
The design's peripheral acceleration and lack of central structures make it resistant to collisions, showcasing its advantages.
While the Mark III Thruster is a significant advancement, further improvements are needed for potential use on airplanes, with weight reduction and increased velocity as key goals.

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