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Photonic Laser Propulsion,

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Editors: By Young K. Bae, PhD

Publication Date: 02 Jun 2025

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Photonic Laser Propulsion offers a thrilling glimpse into the future of rapid mass space transportation by surveying one of the most significant breakthrough technologies to overcome the limitations of current propulsion systems based on conventional rocketry.
Written by the pioneer of photonic laser propulsion (PLP), this book strives to establish a strong foundational understanding while exploring advanced theoretical concepts. Readers are guided through quantum mechanics, optical resonators, and radiation pressure that underpin this revolutionary thrust mechanism, to then be offered past experimental milestones and cutting-edge demonstrations that trace its evolution and validate its feasibility. A presentation of current application examples as well as long-term development pathways for interplanetary commutes and interstellar probes conclude the excursus, fostering curiosity and charting a course for further research exploration in this dynamic realm.
Researchers both in academia and industry and a host of other technical audiences at all levels will think of this volume, which consolidates a growing body of knowledge surrounding PLP, as a key resource for their study or work to enable innovative space endeavors, including human civilization’s expansion within our solar system or interstellar exploration.

Key Features

Covers PLP thoroughly—from theoretical foundations and principles to a wide range of applications, including mass space transportation
Includes industry-relevant insights to integrate this revolutionary propulsion technology into ongoing and future space projects
Features case studies and methods designed to enhance technical understanding and facilitate real-world applications
Features engaging, accessible content that also appeals to space enthusiasts, science communicators, and policy makers, regardless of their technical or scientific background

About the author

By Young K. Bae, PhD, Chief Scientist, Y.K. Bae Corporation, Corona, CA, USA

Part I: BACKGROUND
1. Introduction
2. Surmounting the Fundamental Constraints of the Rocket Equation
3. Amplified Radiation Pressure

Part II: FUNDAMENTALS AND TECHNOLOGY DETAILS
4. Fundamentals of Photonic Laser Propulsion
5. Quantum Aspect of Photonic Laser Propulsion

Part III: APPLICATIONS AND FUTURE MISSIONS
6. Photonic Laser Thruster
7. Photonic Railway
8. The Future

ISBN: 9780443336270

Page Count: 344

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Researchers, academics, graduate students in aerospace engineering, applied mechanical engineering, electrical engineering (electronics and/or power systems engineering), and plasma physics (astrophysics and/or atomic and laser physics). Engineers, scientists, and professional consultants working in the aerospace industry, including space agencies, research institutions, and public or privately funded companies engaged in novel propulsion solutions or space/interstellar travel technologies.