The Radium World by Frank K. Kelly:
Science Fiction Inventions, Technology and Ideas

Exciting tale of the discovery of a pool of the most valuable sort of radium on a small moon - Deimos (Mars); vast wealth would follow if only the claim could be staked!


(The Radium World by Frank K. Kelly)

Others have similar dreams of avarice, however. Select an invention:

Landing-Cradle
A supporting structure for a space craft landing on a planetary surface.

Light Beam Propulsion (Light-Ship)
Use of brilliant light as motive power for a space ship.

Luminous Stake-Markers
Illuminated pole designating a staked claim on the surface of a planet, moon or asteroid.

Ostler Insulation Beam
A beam of energy stretching from one planet to another that protects space craft from radiation.

 

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