How efficient is the Epstein drive?
The Epstein drive technology allows for >250 ton spacecraft to accelerate for several hours at 5g with bursts of up to 12g, achieving a deltaV of 4000km/s, while not having any radiators and a tiny propellant fraction.
What propulsion is used in the expanse?
Epstein Drive
Fusion Drives are the fusion powered engines used by spaceships to propel them. The most well known fusion drive is the Epstein Drive which was so much more advanced to all previous drives in both its speed and efficiency that it enabled Mars to gain its independence from the United Nations of Earth.
What happened to the inventor of the Epstein drive?
Solomon Epstein developed the Epstein Drive. During the maiden test flight, a malfunction occurred, the highly efficient Fusion Reaction Engine accelerated his yacht past the point of survivability. Solomon died with his ship while still accelerating into space.
Why The Expanse has the most realistic space combat?
Looks like it. Most ships in the books are built like towers oriented in the direction of thrust, which makes a lot of sense. When traveling, ships do an acceleration burn, flip, and then a deceleration burn, creating thrust gravity for most of the trip.
Why are all the ships flying backwards in the expanse?
They created artificial gravity just like everyone else—they had rockets accelerate the spacecraft. Oh, you should note that often the spaceships are flying backwards because they don’t actually fly in space. Step two: Halfway there, turn the spaceship around so that it is facing opposite the direction of travel.
What happened to Jules Pierre Mao?
Jules is incarcerated in an anonymous prison, and barred from speaking with anyone but his lawyer. His daughter Clarissa Mao vowed to avenge him by destroying Holden.
What happened to Ganymede the expanse?
Wreckage from the mirrors and ships would be pulled down to Ganymede’s surface by the Moon’s gravity, crushing large parts of the station and port there, killing civilians and soldiers alike.
Can a 12 year old watch the expanse?
The Expanse is smart, intriguing drama for sci-fi fans and perfect for whole-family watching with teens and up.
Why is The Man in the High Castle rated MA?
Expect flirting, dating, and kissing; scenes take place in bars with characters drinking. An overall air of despair predominates; the subject matter and tone is too mature and frightening for younger viewers.