Another IVO quantum inertia drive is in orbit now and will be turned on within a few to ten weeks and then operated for many weeks or months. The previous satellite had communications failure and the IVO drive was not activated. The IVO quantum inertia drive is very controversial because it would go against many theories in physics.
The article from NextBigFuture discusses a new attempt by IVO Ltd. to develop a quantum inertia drive, a concept that aims to manipulate inertia for propulsion without expelling mass, potentially revolutionizing space travel. IVO's approach involves using a modified version of the EmDrive, which was previously claimed to generate thrust without propellant, though it faced significant skepticism and experimental inconsistencies. This new iteration, termed the "Quantum Inertia Drive," seeks to leverage quantum effects to alter inertial mass, theoretically allowing for propulsion in space without traditional fuel. The article outlines the theoretical framework, mentioning the involvement of physicist Mike McCulloch's Quantized Inertia theory, and discusses the ongoing experiments and the challenges in verifying such claims due to the need for precise measurements and the elimination of external influences. Despite the excitement, the article notes that the scientific community remains cautious, awaiting rigorous, peer-reviewed evidence before accepting the drive's feasibility.
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