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Pulsar Fusion<\/em><\/h1>\n

Sunbird<\/h1>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”slight-fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default” delay=”200″ animation_offset=”90″][vc_column_text max_width=”500px”]Meet the Sunbird: a marvel of space propulsion innovation, powered by Pulsar Fusion’s state-of-the-art Dual Direct Fusion Drive (DDFD). 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Watch the Sunbird Video<\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_video_lightbox link_style=”play_button_with_text” nectar_play_button_color=”Default-Accent-Color” nectar_play_button_style=”default” font_style=”h6″ video_url=”https:\/\/youtu.be\/YyNWNvIEw1A?si=cjj3seyFo_fAzDw4″ link_text=”PLAY VIDEO”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height_phone=”300px” custom_height=”450px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”bottom” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”9%” bottom_padding=”2%” top_padding_phone=”18%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”left” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” el_class=”low-opacity-heading” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”slight-fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default” delay=”100″ animation_offset=”90″][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_min=”30px” font_size_max=”80px” font_size_desktop=”80px” font_size_phone=”38px” font_line_height=”1″ font_size_tablet=”46px”]\n

Sunbird Migratory
\nTransfer Vehicle<\/em><\/h2>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”slight-fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default” delay=”200″ animation_offset=”90″][vc_column_text max_width=”500px”]Dual Direct Fusion Drive ‘(DDFD)’ is a compact design nuclear fusion engine which could provide both thrust and electrical power for spaceships. This technology opens unprecedented possibilities to explore the solar system in a limited amount of time and with a very high payload to propellant masses ratio.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_content” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#0a0a0a” bg_image=”468″ bg_position=”left top” background_image_loading=”default” bg_repeat=”no-repeat” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”8%” text_color=”light” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” advanced_gradient=”linear-gradient(0deg, rgb(10,10,10) 0%, rgba(10,10,10,0) 50%)” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”advanced” shape_type=”” advanced_gradient_display_type=”linear”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”white” animate=”yes” custom_height=”1″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#0a0a0a” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”6%” top_padding_tablet=”10%” top_padding_phone=”18%” text_color=”light” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column top_padding_desktop=”2%” constrain_group_100=”yes” bottom_padding_desktop=”2%” right_padding_desktop=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”left” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default” delay=”100″ animation_offset=”90″][milestone heading_inherit=”default” symbol_position=”after” subject_padding=”0″ color=”Default” effect=”count” symbol_alignment=”Default” milestone_alignment=”left” number=”2″ symbol=”+”][vc_column_text]\n

2 MW of Power<\/h3>\n

Since DDFD provides power as well as propulsion in one integrated device, it would also provide as much as 2 MW of power to the payloads upon arrival. Designers think that this technology can radically expand the science capability of planetary missions.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column top_padding_desktop=”2%” constrain_group_100=”yes” bottom_padding_desktop=”2%” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default” delay=”200″ animation_offset=”90″][milestone heading_inherit=”default” symbol_position=”after” subject_padding=”0″ color=”Default” effect=”count” symbol_alignment=”Default” milestone_alignment=”left” number=”1000″ symbol=”+”][vc_column_text]\n

Propel a Mass of 1,000 kg<\/h3>\n

Long-term source of acceleration with self-sustaining fuel supply. Modelling shows that this technology can potentially propel a spacecraft with a mass of about 1,000 kg (2,200 lb) to Pluto in 4 years.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column top_padding_desktop=”2%” constrain_group_100=”yes” bottom_padding_desktop=”2%” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” el_class=”milestone-no-comma” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default” delay=”300″ animation_offset=”90″][milestone heading_inherit=”default” subject_padding=”0″ color=”Default” effect=”count” milestone_alignment=”left” number=”2027″][vc_column_text]\n

In Orbit Demonstration<\/h3>\n

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SUNBIRD\u2019S DELTA V<\/em><\/h6>\n[\/nectar_highlighted_text][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_desktop=”35px” font_line_height=”1″ max_width=”400″]\n

Slashing Potential<\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][vc_column_text max_width=”300″]Delta-V ((\\Delta v)) for launching to LEO requires about 9.4 km\/s. Using Pulsar Fusion’s DDFD, already stationed in orbit, allows spacecraft to dock at LEO. Skipping the massive delta-V cost of escaping Earth\u2019s gravity well and traveling deeper into the solar system on their own.[\/vc_column_text][nectar_cta btn_style=”arrow-animation” heading_tag=”h6″ button_color=”default” button_border_thickness=”0px” link_type=”regular” alignment=”left” alignment_tablet=”default” alignment_phone=”default” display=”block” display_tablet=”inherit” display_phone=”inherit” link_text=”READ MORE ON DELTA V” url=”#slashing-potential”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”slight-twist” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default” delay=”100″ animation_offset=”90″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”1%” top_padding_phone=”4%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner right_padding_desktop=”3%” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”5\/12″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_highlighted_text color_type=”regular” highlight_color=”#d06c7c” text_color=”#f7f7f7″ style=”full_text” highlight_expansion=”default” custom_font_size=”18px” font_line_height=”1″]\n

LAUNCHING FROM EARTH<\/em><\/h6>\n[\/nectar_highlighted_text][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_desktop=”35px” font_line_height=”1″ max_width=”400″]\n

Missions with Sunbird<\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][vc_column_text max_width=”300″]With Sunbird in Orbit: A spacecraft launches to LEO (~9.4 km\/s), docks with a Sunbird, and then the Sunbird\u2019s fusion propulsion handles the rest. 3\u20135 km\/s to Mars or 6\u201310 km\/s to Jupiter. The initial launch vehicle only needs enough delta-V to reach orbit, not the full interplanetary trip.[\/vc_column_text][nectar_cta btn_style=”arrow-animation” heading_tag=”h6″ button_color=”default” button_border_thickness=”0px” link_type=”regular” alignment=”left” alignment_tablet=”default” alignment_phone=”default” display=”block” display_tablet=”inherit” display_phone=”inherit” link_text=”MORE SUNBIRD STATISTICS” url=”#thrust-power”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”7\/12″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”absolute” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”bottom” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”25%” bottom_padding=”3%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”3\/4″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” font_size_min=”32px” font_size_max=”100px” font_size_desktop=”7vw” font_line_height=”1″ font_size_phone=”15vw”]\n

Sunbird’s Fusion Propulsion<\/span><\/h2>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner top_padding_desktop=”5%” bottom_padding_desktop=”5%” left_padding_desktop=”5%” right_padding_desktop=”5%” top_padding_phone=”5%” bottom_padding_phone=”10%” left_padding_phone=”0%” right_padding_phone=”15%” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/4″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-right” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default” delay=”200″][vc_column_text]3\u20135 km\/s to Mars or 6\u201310 km\/s to Jupiter. 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Designed for Thrust & Electric Power <\/em><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”15px”]
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  • DESIGNED TO PRODUCE BOTH THRUST AND ELECTRIC POWER FOR INTERPLANETARY SPACECRAFT:<\/li>\n
  • Long-term source of acceleration<\/li>\n
  • Self-sustaining fuel supply<\/li>\n
  • Can potentially propel a spacecraft with a mass of about 1,000 kg (2,200 lb) to Pluto in 4 years<\/li>\n
  • 2 MW of power to the payloads<\/li>\n
  • Designers think that this technology can radically expand the science capability of planetary missions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ background_image=”2053″ background_image_position=”center center” background_image_stacking=”default” enable_bg_scale=”true” background_image_loading=”default” column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”2141″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” img_link_large=”yes” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”reverse” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#0a0a0a” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”10%” bottom_padding=”4%” constrain_group_2=”yes” top_padding_tablet=”18%” bottom_padding_tablet=”0″ top_padding_phone=”24%” bottom_padding_phone=”0″ text_color=”light” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” zindex=”100″ overflow=”hidden” advanced_gradient_angle=”180″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”fade-in” mobile_disable_bg_image_animation=”true” shape_type=”” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column right_padding_desktop=”14%” bottom_padding_tablet=”12%” right_padding_tablet=”0″ right_margin_tablet=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”0px” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”static” el_class=”cdl-details-table” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-right” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” gradient_type=”default” column_padding_type=”advanced” delay=”100″ animation_offset=”90″][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bottom_padding=”40px” bottom_padding_phone=”22%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text el_class=”low-opacity-heading”]\n

    Power Production<\/em><\/h2>\n

    Pulsar Fusion\u2019s 2 MW DDFD offers 2 MW of electrical power upon arrival, leveraging fusion\u2019s dual-output capability. The revolutionary steady state fusion propulsion concept is based on a set of compact, linear fusion reactors. It will provide power of the order of units of MW, providing both thrust of the order of 10\u2212101N with specific impulses between 10,000 \u2013 15,000 seconds and auxiliary power to the space system.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]\n

    Timeline<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”low-opacity-heading”]Pulsar Fusion is presently committed to the construction of its initial Sunbird prototype. After completing a State of the Art (SoA) assessment on heating technology in 2021, further analysis was carried out by a panel of experts to finally make an informed decision on an initial design point for the system.<\/p>\n

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    Sunbird\u2019s Delta V
    \nSlashing Potential<\/em><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text el_class=”low-opacity-heading”]Delta-V (( \\Delta v )) is the change in velocity needed for a spacecraft to complete its mission, and launching from Earth\u2019s surface to low Earth orbit (LEO) is one of the most energy-intensive steps. It typically requires about 9.4 km\/s of delta-V to reach LEO (accounting for gravity and atmospheric drag). If the Sunbirds, powered by Pulsar Fusion\u2019s Dual Direct Fusion Drive (DDFD), are designed to already be stationed in orbit. Spacecraft only need to reach LEO (or a similar orbit) to dock with them, skipping the massive delta-V cost of escaping Earth\u2019s gravity well and traveling deeper into the solar system on their own.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30px”]
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    • SLASHING POTENTIAL<\/li>\n
    • Standard Mission: A craft launching from Earth to Mars needs ~11.3 km\/s (9.4 km\/s to LEO + ~1.9 km\/s for trans-Mars injection). For outer solar system missions (e.g., Jupiter), it\u2019s even higher (~14.4 km\/s total).<\/li>\n
    • With Sunbird in Orbit: A spacecraft launches to LEO (~9.4 km\/s), docks with a Sunbird, and then the Sunbird\u2019s fusion propulsion handles the rest. 3\u20135 km\/s to Mars or 6\u201310 km\/s to Jupiter. The initial launch vehicle only needs enough delta-V to reach orbit, not the full interplanetary trip.<\/li>\n
    • The Sunbird\u2019s high specific impulse (10,000\u201315,000 s) and 2 MW power mean it can efficiently provide the additional delta-V with minimal propellant, thanks to its fusion-driven exhaust velocity (~98,100\u2013147,150 m\/s). 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      Five Commercial Fusion Propulsion Missions<\/em><\/h2>\n

      Five commercial fusion propulsion missions that the Sunbird Migratory Transfer Vehicle, powered by the Dual Direct Fusion Drive (DDFD), could be uniquely positioned to achieve.<\/strong><\/p>\n

      These missions leverage the Sunbird\u2019s in-orbit deployment, its 2 MW fusion power output, and the significant delta-V reductions from docking in low Earth orbit (LEO). Additionally, requiring the use of Pulsar\u2019s MARSRANGER<\/strong> 10 kW Hall Effect Thrusters (HET) for station-keeping and orbital transfers, enhancing the Sunbird\u2019s versatility.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”2186″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”custom”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#0a0a0a” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”6%” top_padding_tablet=”10%” top_padding_phone=”18%” text_color=”light” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column top_padding_desktop=”2%” constrain_group_100=”yes” bottom_padding_desktop=”2%” right_padding_desktop=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”left” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” el_class=”cdl-details-table pulsar-bullet-list” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default” delay=”100″ animation_offset=”90″][milestone heading_inherit=”default” symbol_position=”after” subject_padding=”0″ color=”Default” effect=”count” symbol_alignment=”Default” milestone_alignment=”left” number=”1″ symbol=”.”][vc_column_text]\n

      Rapid Cargo Delivery to Mars<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text]
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      • [CARGO > MARS]<\/li>\n
      • Mission Description:<\/strong> Transporting 1000\u20132000 kg of commercial cargo (e.g., habitats, rovers, or supplies) to Mars orbit in under 6 months, docking with a pre-launched spacecraft in LEO.<\/li>\n
      • Power Generation Advantage:<\/strong> The DDFD\u2019s 2 MW output (with ~1 MW auxiliary power) supports high-bandwidth data relays and powers onboard systems (e.g., refrigeration for perishables or laser comms), eliminating solar panel reliance in Mars\u2019 weaker sunlight (588 W\/m\u00b2 vs. 1361 W\/m\u00b2 at Earth).<\/li>\n
      • Delta-V Reduction:<\/strong> Launch to LEO requires ~9.4 km\/s, but the Sunbird handles the ~3.6 km\/s trans-Mars injection (TMI) and ~1.5 km\/s Mars orbit insertion (MOI), cutting total mission delta-V from ~14.5 km\/s to ~9.4 km\/s\u2014a 35% reduction. This slashes launch vehicle propellant by ~50%<\/li>\n
      • Unique Advantage:<\/strong> Faster transit (150 days vs. 210+ with chemical propulsion) and reduced launch costs enable frequent, cost-effective commercial Mars logistics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column top_padding_desktop=”2%” constrain_group_100=”yes” bottom_padding_desktop=”2%” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” el_class=”cdl-details-table pulsar-bullet-list” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default” delay=”200″ animation_offset=”90″][milestone heading_inherit=”default” symbol_position=”after” subject_padding=”0″ color=”Default” effect=”count” symbol_alignment=”Default” milestone_alignment=”left” number=”2″ symbol=”.”][vc_column_text]\n

        Outer Planet Science Probe Deployment (Jupiter\/Saturn)<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text]
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        • [0UTER_SPACE]<\/li>\n
        • Mission Description:<\/strong> The Sunbird fusion engines ferry a 1000 kg science probe to Jupiter (5.2 AU) or Saturn (9.5 AU) in 2\u20134 years, deploying it into orbit for detailed study (e.g., Europa\u2019s subsurface ocean or Titan\u2019s atmosphere).<\/li>\n
        • Power Generation Advantage:<\/strong> The 2 MW DDFD provides ~1 MW to the probe upon arrival, powering high-energy instruments (e.g., radar, plasma detectors) and beaming data back at gigabit rates\u2014unfeasible with solar power at 5\u201310% Earth\u2019s intensity (50\u201315 W\/m\u00b2).<\/li>\n
        • Delta-V Reduction:<\/strong> From Earth, Jupiter requires ~14.4 km\/s (9.4 km\/s to LEO + 5 km\/s transfer) and Saturn ~15.7 km\/s. Docking with Sunbird in LEO drops this to 9.4 km\/s for launch, with Sunbird covering ~6.1 km\/s (Jupiter) or ~7.4 km\/s (Saturn)\u2014a 30\u201340% delta-V cut. Propellant mass drops by ~60% for the launch vehicle.<\/li>\n
        • Unique Advantage:<\/strong> High power at destination and reduced launch mass enable larger, more capable probes to outer planets, slashing transit time vs. chemical (7\u20138 years to Saturn).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column top_padding_desktop=”2%” constrain_group_100=”yes” bottom_padding_desktop=”2%” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” el_class=”cdl-details-table pulsar-bullet-list” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default” delay=”300″ animation_offset=”90″][milestone heading_inherit=”default” symbol_position=”after” subject_padding=”0″ color=”Default” effect=”count” symbol_alignment=”Default” milestone_alignment=”left” number=”3″ symbol=”.”][vc_column_text]\n

          Lunar Orbital Supply Hub<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text]
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          • [LEO > MOON]<\/li>\n
          • Mission Description:<\/strong> The Sunbird serves as a reusable LEO-to-Moon transfer vehicle, delivering 1500 kg of supplies (e.g., fuel, water, or equipment) to lunar orbit for commercial stations or landers.<\/li>\n
          • Power Generation Advantage:<\/strong> The ~1 MW auxiliary power supports in-orbit processing (e.g., electrolysis for fuel) and powers docking systems or laser-based debris tracking, critical in the crowded lunar environment.<\/li>\n
          • Delta-V Reduction:<\/strong> A full Earth-to-lunar orbit trip needs ~15.1 km\/s (9.4 km\/s to LEO + 5.7 km\/s). With Sunbird in LEO, the launch delta-V drops to 9.4 km\/s, and Sunbird covers the ~4.1 km\/s LEO-to-lunar orbit leg (using Oberth effect)\u2014a 38% reduction. Launch propellant mass decreases by ~55%.<\/li>\n
          • Unique Advantage:<\/strong> Reusability and high power reduce costs for sustained lunar commerce, supporting a cislunar economy with minimal launch overhead.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#0a0a0a” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”6%” top_padding_tablet=”10%” top_padding_phone=”18%” text_color=”light” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column top_padding_desktop=”2%” constrain_group_100=”yes” bottom_padding_desktop=”2%” right_padding_desktop=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”0″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”left” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” el_class=”cdl-details-table pulsar-bullet-list” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default” delay=”100″ animation_offset=”90″][milestone heading_inherit=”default” symbol_position=”after” subject_padding=”0″ color=”Default” effect=”count” symbol_alignment=”Default” milestone_alignment=”left” number=”4″ symbol=”.”][vc_column_text]\n

            Asteroid Mining Transport<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text]
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            • [MINING_EQUIPMENT > NEA]<\/li>\n
            • Mission Description:<\/strong> The Sunbird transports mining equipment (1000 kg) to a near-Earth asteroid (NEA) and returns up to 500 kg of extracted resources (e.g., water, metals) to LEO.<\/li>\n
            • Power Generation Advantage:<\/strong> The 2 MW fusion rockets power mining ops (e.g., drilling, ore processing) with ~1 MW, far exceeding solar capabilities at 1\u20132 AU, and supports high-rate data transfer for remote operation.<\/li>\n
            • Delta-V Reduction:<\/strong> NEA missions vary (e.g., ~12\u201314 km\/s total from Earth). Docking with Sunbird in LEO cuts launch delta-V to 9.4 km\/s, with Sunbird handling ~3\u20135 km\/s to the asteroid and back (often aided by aerobraking on return)\u2014a 25\u201340% reduction. Launch mass savings exceed 50%.<\/li>\n
            • EIGHT MARSRANGER 10kW HET \u2018s <\/strong> adjust Sunbird\u2019s trajectory for NEA intercept and maintains position during mining to avoid DDFD fuel use for low-thrust manoeuvres.<\/li>\n
            • Unique Advantage: <\/strong> High power and delta-V efficiency enable heavier equipment and faster round-trips (1\u20132 years vs. 3+), boosting asteroid mining profitability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column top_padding_desktop=”2%” constrain_group_100=”yes” bottom_padding_desktop=”2%” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” el_class=”cdl-details-table pulsar-bullet-list” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default” delay=”200″ animation_offset=”90″][milestone heading_inherit=”default” symbol_position=”after” subject_padding=”0″ color=”Default” effect=”count” symbol_alignment=”Default” milestone_alignment=”left” number=”5″ symbol=”.”][vc_column_text]\n

              Deep Space Telescope Ferry<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text]
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              • [TELESCOPE > 0RBIT]<\/li>\n
              • Mission Description:<\/strong> The Sunbird delivers a 1000 kg next-gen telescope to a distant orbit (e.g., 100 AU or Sun-Earth L2) for unparalleled astronomical observation.<\/li>\n
              • Power Generation Advantage:<\/strong> The ~1 MW auxiliary power drives advanced cooling systems (e.g., cryogenics for IR detectors) and high-bandwidth comms, enabling real-time data streaming from vast distances where solar power is negligible (<14 W\/m\u00b2 at 100 AU).<\/li>\n
              • Delta-V Reduction:<\/strong> L2 requires ~12.7 km\/s from Earth (9.4 km\/s to LEO + 3.3 km\/s); 100 AU needs ~20 km\/s+. Sunbird in LEO reduces launch to 9.4 km\/s, covering ~3.3 km\/s (L2) or ~10\u201315 km\/s (100 AU)\u2014a 26\u201350% delta-V cut. Launch propellant drops by 40\u201360%.<\/li>\n
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