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- Science: Technology: Mechanical Engineering: Propulsion: Aerospace: Space: Nuclear (4)
- Science: Technology: Space: Missions: Unmanned (341)
- Society: Issues: Environment: Nuclear: Radioactive Power Sources in Space (6)
Will Nuclear Power Put Humans On Mars
space.com
Article on the history and possible future applications of nuclear power in space.
Small-Sized Space Nuclear Power System
kiae.ru
Compact power source developed at the Kurchatov Institute around a nuclear reactor and a thermionic heat-to-electricity converter for space power systems applications. Includes technical characteristics and contact information.
UIC: Nuclear Reactors for Space
uic.com.au
Briefing paper from the Uranium Information Center (UIC) addressing the different applications of fission reactors and decay heat sources used in space so far.
Space Exploration Nuclear Propulsion
astrodigital.org
Discusses the scientific aspects of nuclear propulsion in space. Includes technical concepts, technology basics with schematic diagrams, history and topical interviews with scientists and astronauts.
Nuclear Thermal Propulsion
fas.org
Information resources on space nuclear propulsion, space policy and other nuclear related topics by the Federation of American Scientists. Includes space policy, technical, strategic defense and space exploration information.
NuclearSpace
nuclearspace.com
Pro-nuclear space movement providing news coverage, editorials and articles about the use of nuclear energy in space research and exploration. Includes message board and discussion forum.
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