Scientists Are Getting Closer to a Better Source of Rocket Fuel: Good Ol’ Water

Through its WET (Water-Based Electric Thrusters) Project, the University of Bologna will be developing a new electric thruster for rockets that is propelled by water being turned into plasma through ...
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Rocket competition to boost local economy

The countdown is on for the 18th Annual International Rocket Engineering Competition, and this year, it’s bringing more than just rockets to the Permian Basin. More than 2,000 college students from ...
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MSU Space Cowboys rocketry team wins challenge at 2025 International Rocket Engineering Competition

Members of Mississippi State’s Space Cowboys Rocketry Team pose with Helios, a rocket named after the Greek sun god. Helios’ near-30,000 foot flight secured first place in the 2025 International ...
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Midland kicks off 18th Annual International Rocket Competition

MIDLAND, Texas — Excitement is sky-high in Midland as the 18th Annual International Rocket Engineering Competition (IREC) officially launched Tuesday with an opening ceremony at the Midland County ...