Jets in Space
Join Alfred Belen in the scientific discussion and exploration of internal atmospheric propulsion (IAP).
- Update frequency
- every 32 days
- Average duration
- 16 minutes
- Episodes
- 15
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2023
Exploring Naval Applications for Internal Atmospheric Propulsion
In this episode, Alfred Belen dives into the potential naval applications for internal atmospheric propulsion (IAP). With the US Navy and other navies already experienced in nuclear propulsion, could…
Revolutionizing Propulsion Systems: An Inside Look with OpenFOAM
In this episode of Jets in Space, host Alfred Belen and intern Aabhushan Regmi update listeners on the team's progress in creating an internal atmosphere propulsion system using OpenFOAM. They discus…
Simulating the Future of Propulsion with OpenFOAM
In this episode, we dive into the cutting-edge world of propulsion technology. Our guest, Dr. Jozsef Nagy, is a leading expert in the field of computational fluid dynamics and the open-source simulat…
AI and IAP with Jousef Murad
A brief Segway into Artificial Intelligence and possible applications in conjunction with IAP. Our guest Jousef Murad discusses with us his thoughts about AI and its applications in the general engin…
IAP Variants
In this episode, we discuss the pulsatile variant and potential structures to house our IAP design.
Topics Discussed
- 1:10 - Basic review of the IAP concept
- 2:00 - The pulsatile variant
- 3:51 - The hourgla…
IAP Components
In this episode, we discuss in more detail about the individual components that will go into the IAP prototype.
Topics Discussed
- 1:17 - Summary of IAM Components
- 3:54 - Description and Design of the IAP…
Ideal Gas Law
In this episode, we discuss the ideal gas law and how the different variables in this equation can help us improve IAP prototypes.
Topics Covered:
- 1:00 - Explanation of the Ideal Gas Law
- 3:00 - Ways to …
Understanding Patents with Attorney Luke Hibbeler
In this episode, we talk with a patent attorney, Luke Hibbeler, to understand the importance of a patent and the process involved in getting a patent for your idea.
Topics Covered:
- 2:08 - Introduction …
IAP and Space Policy with Jason Frye
In this episode, we interview Jason Frye, a nationally recognized federal and state government relations consultant and Founder of Terrapin. As IAP gains momentum we look into how we can implement ou…
Aerospace in India
In this episode, we talk with our collaborator Ashish Pandey regarding the state of the Aerospace Industry in India and hopefully future collaboration efforts between Indian Aerospace and Belen Aeros…
Sub Orbital IAP
In this episode, we discuss the possible use of IAP to help craft achieve escape velocity and earth orbits.
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Phase 2 Prototypes
In this episode, we explore our next prototype design and review some of the scientific parameters associated with the prototypes. We also propose a challenging thought experiment.
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The Why
In this episode, we talk about the possible applications of IAP in outer space, and how making electricity the main source of fuel can revolutionize thrust production in outer space. "Welcome back t…
It's All About the Pressure
In this episode, we discuss pressure gradients and how this applies to IAP. Please see show notes at belenaerospace.com for reference materials.
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What is Internal Atmospheric Propulsion?
This introductory episode is the initial description of the concept of Internal Atmospheric Propulsion and its possible implications for the future of interplanetary travel.
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