---
product_id: 46849598
title: "To Mars and Beyond, Fast!: How Plasma Propulsion Will Revolutionize Space Exploration (Springer Praxis Books)"
brand: "franklin chang díazerik seedhouse"
price: "HK$1305"
currency: HKD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.hk/products/46849598-to-mars-and-beyond-fast-how-plasma-propulsion-will-revolutionize
store_origin: HK
region: Hong Kong
---

# To Mars and Beyond, Fast!: How Plasma Propulsion Will Revolutionize Space Exploration (Springer Praxis Books)

**Brand:** franklin chang díazerik seedhouse
**Price:** HK$1305
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** To Mars and Beyond, Fast!: How Plasma Propulsion Will Revolutionize Space Exploration (Springer Praxis Books) by franklin chang díazerik seedhouse
- **How much does it cost?** HK$1305 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hk](https://www.desertcart.hk/products/46849598-to-mars-and-beyond-fast-how-plasma-propulsion-will-revolutionize)

## Best For

- franklin chang díazerik seedhouse enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted franklin chang díazerik seedhouse brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Description

Full description not available

## Images

![To Mars and Beyond, Fast!: How Plasma Propulsion Will Revolutionize Space Exploration (Springer Praxis Books) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51GTr9H3KPL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐ 3.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Boring
  

*by C***N on Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2023*

The development of the VASIMR Propulsion System may be ground breaking technology for space travel but  as an interested Layman, I am having a hard time following and being interested in reading the story. I believe the authors are more accustomed to writing Technical Papers for their peers and not so well adapted to writing for an audience that knows nothing about space propulsion systems. There is a lack of diagrams that explain in simple terms the theory of operation.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    The VASIMR Rocket "Nautilus Paradigm"
  

*by M***1 on Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2017*

Dr. Chang- Diaz has done a tremendous job of describing Ad Astra's plasma magneto dynamics "VASIMR"  rocket.Dr. Chang-Diaz is the inventor of the VASIMR rocket.The book is a stimulating account of the birth, development, current status and future prospects for the VASIMR rocket.VASIMR  provides a rocket design which is able to scale up starting from solar to nuclear magneto plasma dynamic electric power.The VASIMR rocket design provides the extremely valuable and unique ability to generate Variable Specific Impulse power.The current rocket prototype operates in the 200 Kilo Watt range. Without any prohibitive technical challenges the VASIMR power range is expected to be increased to the 2000 Kilo Watt power range.Beyond this near term achievable power range using solar and/or fission powered rocket platforms, VASIMR provides a path to an eventual Deep Space exploring Fusion Powered rocket vehicle.The book is highly informational, readable and well organized.I am amazed at the incredible determination and persistence of Dr. Chang Diaz in his successful quest to become a Rocket Scientist while at the same time pursuing and excellently performing (seven times) the duties of a Space Mission shuttle pilot !

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    But to learn about a great scientific breakthrough in rocket propulsion is one thing
  

*by M***Y on Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2017*

My wife Marti gave me this book. What a treasure! The Ad Astra Rocket (VASIMR) has the power to keep the Space Station in orbit, gather and dispose of space debris, and get us to Mars, Fast! But to learn about a great scientific breakthrough in rocket propulsion is one thing. To learn how one man has faced and overcome enormous challenges and obstacles, and persevered, is quite another. It is inspirational to read about Franklin Chang-Diaz as an astronaut aboard the Space Station (7 times!) and as an MIT physicist developing his powerful ion engine, but to me, the real lesson for us all is to see, to read, to know, that if this man can surmount the enormous pile of wrenches and kitchen sinks thrown in his way by those who should have known better (a pile grown so high over the decades, he could have climbed them to the Space Station), then perhaps we too can draw strength from his achievements to better our own lives. Five Stars!  -Waddell

---

## Why Shop on Desertcart?

- 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016
- 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories
- 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price
- 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members)
- 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection
- ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews

**Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hk/products/46849598-to-mars-and-beyond-fast-how-plasma-propulsion-will-revolutionize](https://www.desertcart.hk/products/46849598-to-mars-and-beyond-fast-how-plasma-propulsion-will-revolutionize)

---

*Product available on Desertcart Hong Kong*
*Store origin: HK*
*Last updated: 2026-03-10*