ion propulsion

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noun

Rocketry. a projected type of propulsion for vehicles in outer space, the exhaust consisting of positive ions and negative electrons repelled from the vehicle by electrostatic forces, resulting in a very high exhaust velocity.

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It is adopting technology—in rocket propulsion, composite construction, and aerodynamic refinements—already in use elsewhere.
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These mostly focus on propulsion and transport, but 4M is a different concept.
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I have previously drawn attention to the cargo aboard Flight 370, which included a large consignment of lithium-ion batteries.
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Last week it made five recommendations directed at the testing and certification of lithium-ion batteries.
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Lithium-ion batteries will further increase underwater performance.
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A merry, happy time the children had, and on reaching Ion the little ones were ready for their supper and bed.
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At Ion Grandma Elsie lay quietly sleeping, her three daughters watching over her with tenderest care and solicitude.
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In other words, five hydrogen ions passed to the right, while one chloride ion passed to the left.
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That is, different concentrations of hydrogen-ion or of hydroxide-ion are required to change their colors.
The Elements of Qualitative Chemical Analysis, vol. 1, parts 1 and 2.|Julius Stieglitz
The second table gives, similarly, the concentrations of hydroxide-ion required to produce the changes of tint indicated.
The Elements of Qualitative Chemical Analysis, vol. 1, parts 1 and 2.|Julius Stieglitz

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