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A hypothetical megastructure that harnesses stellar radiation or matter to generate thrust or mechanical power.
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A hypothetical structure that uses a star’s energy or matter for propulsion.Use for speculative technology designed to propel a star or extract mechanical power from it.
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The theorists proposed a stellar engine to nudge their sun away from the expanding red giant.
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