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Multimission nuclear electric propulsion system for outer planet exploration missionsThe conceptual design configuration of a nuclear electric propulsion system (NEP) with a multimission capability for both earth orbital and electric propulsion missions is discussed. Two basic types of space reactor power system concepts are analyzed emphasizing conduction coupled and radiation coupled systems, and a radiation coupled thermoelectric panel concept is schematically represented and described in detail. A nuclear-powered 100-kWe surveillance spacecraft concept is presented and the developmental phases are given including cost estimates. In addition, a system is described that seems to have the capability to perform all the outer planet missions.
Document ID
19810055921
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Mondt, J. F.
(California Institute of Technology, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 11, 2013
Publication Date
April 1, 1981
Subject Category
Spacecraft Propulsion And Power
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 81-0698
Meeting Information
Meeting: International Electric Propulsion Conference
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Country: US
Start Date: April 21, 1981
End Date: April 23, 1981
Sponsors: Japan Society for Aeronautical and Space Sciences, AIAA, DGLR
Accession Number
81A40325
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

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