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Electromagnetic powered vehicles (EMPV) for Mars explorationMicrowave power beamed down from a Mars synchronous nuclear reactor power source to a rectifying antenna on a Mars rover is examined and compared to isotope, reactor, or photovoltaic systems as a power source to move a rover. Large ranges and higher power levels are possible with this microwave powered concept. The advantage of using higher frequencies, in the range of 500 to 1000 GHz, is examined and found to be substantial.
Document ID
19930036764
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Christian, Jose L., Jr. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Myers, Ira T. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Cull, Ronald C. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Date Acquired
August 15, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1992
Publication Information
Publication: In: Space nuclear power systems 1989; Proceedings of the 6th Symposium, Albuquerque, NM, Jan. 8-12, 1989. Vol. 1 (A93-20752 06-20)
Publisher: Orbit Book Co., Inc.
Subject Category
Ground Support Systems And Facilities (Space)
Accession Number
93A20761
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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