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Nuclear energy technologyAn overview of space nuclear energy technologies is presented. The development and characteristics of radioisotope thermoelectric generators (RTG's) and space nuclear power reactors are discussed. In addition, the policy and issues related to public safety and the use of nuclear power sources in space are addressed.
Document ID
19930007719
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other
Authors
Buden, David
(NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Date Acquired
September 6, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1992
Publication Information
Publication: NASA. Johnson Space Center, Space Resources. Volume 2: Energy, Power, and Transport
Subject Category
Nuclear And High-Energy Physics
Accession Number
93N16908
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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