All articles tagged with #relativistic speeds
A new concept called the "Halo Drive" proposes achieving relativistic speeds by using black holes to boost spacecraft. By firing photons around a black hole, the spacecraft can gain energy from the blue-shifted light, potentially allowing interstellar travel without fuel. This method could propel ships to speeds significantly higher than current capabilities, making exploration of distant stars feasible.
Neutron stars, the dense remains of massive stars, have been found to produce powerful jets of gas and dust that travel at speeds exceeding one-third the speed of light, according to recent research. These jets, which are powered by thermonuclear explosions on the stars' surfaces, were observed in neutron star binaries, where they emit bright X-rays during explosions. The study's findings will contribute to understanding the formation of these jets and may lead to insights into how their speed varies based on the characteristics of the neutron stars.