DCMCAAFR Reactors
The Dual Core Magnetically Confined Antimatter Augmented Fusion Reactors (DCMCAAFR) represent the pinnacle of propulsion technology, designed for long-duration interstellar missions. These reactors utilize proton-boron-11 fusion as their primary energy source, with metallic hydrogen serving a critical role in ignition and preheating to stabilize plasma conditions. Antimatter is injected as a catalyst, enhancing the fusion process to achieve exceptional energy yields and sustained thrust.
The full-scale DCMCAAFR, featured in our large crewed vessels, supports constant 1G acceleration for both propulsion and artificial gravity. Its dual-core configuration ensures redundancy, stability, and optimized plasma flow, with magnetic nozzles directing exhaust for precise thrust vectoring.
The Compact DCMCAAFR, used in the ACEP (Alpha Centauri Exploratory Probe), scales this advanced technology for autonomous exploration. Despite its smaller size, it delivers reliable high-efficiency propulsion, enabling extended operational capabilities in deep space.