Times for interplanetary tripsThe times required to travel to the various planets at an acceleration of one g are calculated. Surrounding gravitational fields are neglected except for a relatively short distance near take-off or landing. The orbit consists of an essentially straight line with the thrust directed toward the destination up to the halfway point, but in the opposite direction for the remainder so that the velocity is zero on arrival. A table lists the approximate times required, and also the maximum velocities acquired in light units v/c for the various planets.
Document ID
19760012025
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other
Authors
Jones, R. T. (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)