Currently, the most common technology for space transport is rocket propulsion, which expels matter to provide a net forward thrust. There are different ranges and types of rockets for different environments and goals however, including:

• expendable launch system
• single stage to orbit
• orbital maneuvering system
• interplanetary travel
• interstellar travel
• intergalactic travel

There are also several non-standard propulsion systems in the works which do not directly rely on rocket propulsion, including solar sails, magnetic sails, plasma-bubble magnetic systems, and using gravitational slingshot effects. A more advanced concept is the space elevator.

• For more types, see spacecraft propulsion.
• For a complete list of space launchers, see the list of rockets.
• For more information on the business of space transportation, see private spaceflight.

External links

• Russian Space Agency (RAKA)

Spacecraft propulsion | Transportation

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