Magnetic propulsion systems
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Magnetic propulsion systems are based on the direct interaction of the vehicle's own magnetic field with the natural magnetic field, particularly the geomagnetic one, without using jet propulsion. Three such systems are reviewed in the order of their feasibility of automatic control over the thrust force vector. One of these magnetic propulsion systems permits partial control and is competitive with the electromagnetic or plasma rocket orbital microthrusters. The importance of the other two promising systems is to establish the main principles of magnetic propulsion. Their development depends on progress in solid-state physics. One of them may be able to have total control over the direction and modulus of the electrodynamic thrust force vector.