Thermionic space power system conceptA 100 kWe thermionic nuclear power system conceptual design has been completed as part of the SP-100 space power program. The configuration and performance of the baseline system and its components are described along with the rationale for the selection of coolant and structural material. Growth and scalability are also discussed.
Document ID
19870034551
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Snyder, Harold J. (GA Technologies, Inc. San Diego, CA, United States)
Masson, James H. (Martin Marietta Corp. Denver, CO, United States)