研究目的
To provide a brief history and summary of the early work of pioneers in electromagnetic launch technology and the International Electro-Magnetic Launcher Symposia from 1980 to 2018.
研究成果
The paper concludes that there has been substantial worldwide progress in electromagnetic launcher science and technology over the past 40 years, with major investments in countries like the USA and China. It reflects on the challenges and benefits of the symposia and suggests future topics for cooperation, such as peaceful space launch.
研究不足
The paper is a historical account and does not involve experiments, so it has no technical or application constraints. It may not cover all aspects or recent developments beyond 2018.
