Blazing the trailway - Nuclear electric propulsion and its technology program plansAn overview is given of the plans for a program in nuclear electric propulsion (NEP) technology for outer space applications being considered by NASA, DOE, and DOD. Possible missions using NEP are examined, and NEP technology plans are addressed regarding concept development, systems engineering, nuclear fuels, power conversion, thermal management, power management and distribution, electric thrusters, facilities, and issues related to safety and environment. The programmatic characteristics are considered.
Document ID
19910067730
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Doherty, Michael P. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)