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Nuclear Pulse Propulsion

Authors :
J. C. Nance
Source :
IEEE Transactions on Nuclear Science. 12:177-182
Publication Year :
1965
Publisher :
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 1965.

Abstract

A general technical description and programmatic review of nuclear pulse propulsion activities over the last decade is presented. Major problem areas are reviewed together with the status of current research efforts. Sufficient technical information is now available to predict achievable propulsion systems performance with a rather high degree of confidence based on current materials and nuclear technology. Expected performance is summarized for one specific small propulsion module capable of being orbited by a Saturn V ELV. Finally, technical routes to achieve substantial performance improvements beyond those currently indicated are discussed.

Details

ISSN :
00189499
Volume :
12
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
IEEE Transactions on Nuclear Science
Accession number :
edsair.doi...........e46a4ee0e7f33b41f7628af19090a9a2
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1109/tns.1965.4323511