Space nuclear power generation, conversion and storage for the nineties and beyond
Abstract
Concerns and interests in the development of space nuclear power systems for civilian and defense applications were reaffirmed. Government policy issues affecting the potential implementation of such systems were addressed. The status of the technology was reviewed. Innovative approaches to development of advanced nuclear power systems for space were explored.
- Publication:
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Presented by the Subcommittee on Energy Research and Production to the Committee on Science and Technology
- Pub Date:
- 1986
- Bibcode:
- 1986serp.rept......
- Keywords:
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- Congressional Reports;
- Regulations;
- Space Power Reactors;
- Technology Assessment;
- Aerospace Safety;
- Energy Storage;
- Thermoelectric Power Generation;
- Nuclear and High-Energy Physics