Ion engines in our TL 8 world

[Reynard]

Seems we're getting a handle on the use of electric propulsion for space craft on our low tech planet. I hope these baby steps lead to more advanced systems for larger vessels.

http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/money/spacex-successfully-launches-first-all-electric-ion-thruster-satellites/ar-BBi8nsp