A solar sail uses light particles from the Sun to move through space without needing a single drop of fuel. NASA is demonstrating the lightweight technology that could open doors to low-cost missions to deep space.

Small Steps, Giant Leaps

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

Sailing the Solar System

DEC 17, 202513 MIN
Small Steps, Giant Leaps

Sailing the Solar System

DEC 17, 202513 MIN

Description

A solar sail uses light particles from the Sun to move through space without needing a single drop of fuel. NASA is demonstrating the lightweight technology that could open doors to low-cost missions to deep space.