156 pp.
156 pp.
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| Title | SNAP 19 Pioneer F and G. Final Report | |
| Publication Date | June 1973 | |
| Report Number | DOE/ET/13512 T1 | |
| Unique Identifier | ACC0166 | |
| Other Numbers | Legacy ID: DE85017964; OSTI ID: 5352675 | |
| Research Org | Teledyne Isotopes, Timonium, MD (USA). Energy Systems Div. | |
| Contract No | AC01 76ET13512 | |
| Subject | 070300 Isotopic Power Supplies; Pioneer Space Probes Thermoelectric Generators; SNAP 19 Battery; Thermoelectric Generators; Performance Testing; Radioisotope Heat Sources; Space Vehicles | |
| Keywords | Direct Energy Converters; Heat Sources; Radioisotope Batteries; SNAP Batteries; Space Vehicles; Testing; Vehicles | |
| Related Web Pages | RTG -- History and New Horizons | |
| Abstract | The generator developed for the Pioneer mission evolved from the SNAP 19 RTG`s launched aboard the NIMBUS III spacecraft. In order to satisfy the power requirements and environment of earth escape trajectory, significant modifications were made to the thermoelectric converter, heat source, and structural configuration. Specifically, a TAGS 2N thermoelectric couple was designed to provide higher efficiency and improved long term power performance, and the electrical circuitry was modified to yield very low magnetic field from current flow in the RTG. A new heat source was employed to satisfy operational requirements and its integration with the generator required alteration to the method of providing support to the fuel capsule. | |
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