"UK Engineers Demonstrate Revolutionary Self-Eating Rocket Engine"

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University of Glasgow engineers have successfully built and test-fired the first unsupported autophage rocket engine, which consumes parts of its own body for fuel. This innovative design could potentially revolutionize rocket propulsion by allowing for greater efficiency, less space debris, and increased payload capacity. The UK Space Agency has provided funding to support further development and testing of the prototype engine, highlighting the potential of this technology to contribute to the UK's space industry ambitions.
Topics:science#autophage#rocket-engine#space-industry#space-technology#uk-space-agency#university-of-glasgow
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- Watch this self-eating rocket prototype engine consume itself then explode (video) Space.com
- Boffins demo self-eating rocket engine in Scotland The Register
- Glasgow University: Autophage rocket developed by engineering team HeraldScotland
- Prototype rocket engine burns itself up for fuel as it flies New Scientist
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