I remember hearing about ion engines 40 years ago and then lost track of the details of most NASA/European Space Agency developments. Today I sat in a innovation seminar where the topic was mentioned so I checked out the status. In case others are not up to speed (pun intended) on the topic - for your viewing pleasure...
NOTE: hard to believe the precision possible - mentioned at 1:00 to 1:30. I already confirmed this level of precision is possible from a knowledgeable US source.
http://www.safran-group.com/video/7434
I hope you speak French or can read subtitles.
NOTE: hard to believe the precision possible - mentioned at 1:00 to 1:30. I already confirmed this level of precision is possible from a knowledgeable US source.
http://www.safran-group.com/video/7434