Braxton isotope power system. Phase 1: (Ground demonstration system) Configuration Control Document (CCD)

The configuration control document (CCD) defines the BIPS-GDS configuration. The GDS (Ground Documentation Syst.) configuration is similar to a conceptual flight system design, referred to as the (Brayton Isotope Power System-Flight System) which is discussed. The BIPS is being developed as a 500 to 2,000 W(e),7-y life, space power system utilizing a closed Brayton cycle gas turbine engine to convert thermal energy (from an isotope heat source) to electrical energy at a net efficiency exceeding 25 percent.