As exploration and utilization of space proceeds through the 1970s, 1980s, and beyond, spacecraft in earth orbit will become increasingly larger, spacecraft will travel deeper into space, and space activities will involve more complex operations. These trends require increasing amounts of energy for power and propulsion. The role to be played by nuclear energy is presented, including plans for deep space missions using radioisotope generators, the reactor power systems for earth orbiting stations and satellites, and the role of nuclear propulsion in space transportation.


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    Title :

    Nuclear systems for space power and propulsion


    Contributors:
    Klein, M. (author)

    Publication date :

    1971-01-01


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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