Can ion thrusters be used for automobiles?

The short answer is “no.” Ion engines must have a vacuum environment (space) in order to operate. Automobiles operate on the ground on the earth. But, what a about a rover on the surface of the moon? read more

Well, still probably not likely, because if there’s enough gravity and a navigable terrain, it’s far more efficient to use wheels or walking legs. read more

The difference between ion propulsion and conventional propulsion is that in ion propulsion you are throwing little tiny amounts of stuff out the back at very high speeds but in conventional propulsion you are throwing huge amounts of stuff out the back at a slower speed. read more