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Nuclear power systems for lunar and Mars explorationInitial studies of a variety of mission scenarios for the new Space Exploration Initiative, and the technologies necessary to enable or significantly enhance them, have identified the development of advanced space power systems whether solar, chemical or nuclear to be of prime importance. Lightweight, compact, reliable power systems for planetary rovers and a variety of surface vehicles, utility surface power, and power for advanced propulsion systems have been identified as critical needs for these missions. These mission scenarios, the concomitant power system requirements, and power system options considered are discussed. The significant potential benefits of nuclear power are identified for meeting the power needs of the above applications.
Document ID
19900017557
Acquisition Source
Headquarters
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Sovie, R. J.
(NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Bozek, J. M.
(NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Date Acquired
September 6, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1990
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Report/Patent Number
NASA-TM-103168
NAS 1.15:103168
IAF-90-200
E-5540
Meeting Information
Meeting: International Astronautical Conference
Location: Dresden
Country: German Democratic Republic
Start Date: October 6, 1990
End Date: October 13, 1990
Accession Number
90N26873
Funding Number(s)
PROJECT: RTOP 506-41-3K
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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