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Applications of nuclear propulsion to Mars missionsThe basic features of a piloted mission to Mars is described, and it is shown how nuclear propulsion can improve upon the various performance measures of such a mission. An overview of the history and types of nuclear propulsion in the U.S. is presented. Current planning to develop nuclear propulsion technology for the Space Exploration Initiative is addressed.
Document ID
19920029935
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Rosen, Robert
(NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Reck, Gregory M.
(NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Bennett, Gary L.
(NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Date Acquired
August 15, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1991
Subject Category
Astronautics (General)
Report/Patent Number
IAF PAPER 91-182
Accession Number
92A12559
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

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