Shkadov thruster en · NOUN
Etymology
Named after Soviet engineer Dr. Leonid Shkadov, who first proposed it.
Meanings
- A hypothetical megastructure consisting of a gargantuan statite used to redirect the radiation pressure of a star, generating a net thrust which slowly accelerates the whole system in the direction of the statite.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shkadov thrusters | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Coordinates
Caplan thruster · Caplan drive · fusion candle