Magneto-inertial fusion seeks to implode a magnetized D-T fusion target using a spherically-symmetric, collapsing, conducting liner. You should add citations for some of the claims being made. A YouTuber by the name of NSA_Listbot has created a railgun that shoots plasma rounds and they were strong enough to fully penetrate a cantaloupe. If we magically start it off at 0K, we can see that it can absorb no more than 180kJ. Her three grandchildren continue to visit the preserve. Description. Scientific plasma railguns are typically operated in vacuum and not at air pressure. The plasma is confined between the bullet and the magnetic field pushing on it. By clicking Accept all cookies, you agree Stack Exchange can store cookies on your device and disclose information in accordance with our Cookie Policy. What kind of protection system could be used against railguns? Open in Maps, Explore our work in A plasma railgun is a linear accelerator uses two long parallel electrodes to accelerate a "sliding short" armature. Peak line-integrated electron number densities of approximately 8 10. The bolts would also send out heat, potentially superheated metal shards, and an electromagnetic pulse that would scramble unshielded electronics. The plasma is accelerated until it leaves the muzzle of the railgun. This means that railguns have scaling problems you can't shoot them too much before the rails need replacing, and the rail damage goes up with muzzle velocity so you may find a railgun that works just fine at 3km/s (at least for a little while) will be wrecked at 10km/s and explode violently at 30km/s. I'm asking from a viewpoint using known physics and materials, but pushing those limits to a realistic maximum even if such a design is not yet practical. -, magnetic fields to shield the interior of a gun barrels, AN ANALYTIC MODEL FOR THE COMPRESSION OF PLASMA TOROIDS. How are engines numbered on Starship and Super Heavy? While the preserve is worth visiting throughout the year, there are icy conditions on the steeper sections of the trail during the winter so make sure to bring appropriate gear or wait for the warmer seasons to enjoy the trails. Linear railguns consist of two flat plate electrodes separated by insulating spacers and accelerate sheet armatures. Is there such a thing as "right to be heard" by the authorities? I WANT PLASMA WEAPONS!!!!! | Page 2 | SpaceBattles