Overview of External Propulsion Launch System

By Escape Dynamics Inc.

Escape Dynamics is in the process of developing and testing its new external microwave propulsion technology that permits reusable single-stage-to-orbit space flight. Its baseline technology utilizes a wireless energy transfer system based on millimeter-wave high power microwave sources, and the propulsion technique uses a thermal thruster with hydrogen as a working fluid and heat exchanger. Recent testing for this new technology proves that its performance levels greatly surpass the limits of chemical combustion rockets currently used in today’s space applications. Using the external microwave propulsion technology also makes it possible for a spacecraft to reach orbit, deploy its payload, glide back to the launch pad, refuel, and be ready for its next flight. This white paper discusses the new technology in detail, and gives an overview of the substantial benefits of utilizing this technology for better and more frequent space travel with 10x reduced overall costs.