Nuclear propulsion for orbital transfer
Journal Article
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· Aerospace America; (USA)
OSTI ID:5530403
- USAF, Astronautics Laboratory, Edwards AFB, CA (USA)
The state of the art in nuclear propulsion for orbital transfer is discussed. Cryogenic propulsion, electric propulsion, solar-thermal propulsion and direct nuclear propulsion are examined in this context. New technologies with exceptional promise are addressed, emphasizing the particle test bed nuclear engine.
- OSTI ID:
- 5530403
- Journal Information:
- Aerospace America; (USA), Vol. 27; ISSN 0740-722X
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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