UK researchers have designed a self-eating rocket engine that burns its own body for fuel.
They hope the design can help curb the worsening junk problem in space.
AdvertisementScientists in the UK have developed a self-consuming rocket they hope can be used to reduce space junk.
So, if a rocket engine like the Ouroborous-3 can be used regularly, it could help curb space's worsening junk build-up.
AdvertisementThe researchers said in the press release that with more funding from the UK Space Agency, they could further develop their design.
Persons:
—, Patrick Harkness
Organizations:
Service, University of Glasgow, UK Space Agency
Locations:
USA