NUCLEAR ROCKETS
Journal Article
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· Hawker Siddeley Tech. J.
OSTI ID:4165087
Various types of reactors for nuclear rockets are discussed relative to the fissile materials and critical masses. Pressure drop and heat transfer calculations are made for hydrogen and ammonia as propellants for U/sup 235/ graphite-moderated and Pu/sup 239/ graphite-moderated reactors. Weight analysis and rocket performance data are given for the two previously mentioned reactors. Design optimization and radiation hazards are discussed. Burnout velocities of nuclear rockets are compared with chemical rockets. (C.J.G.)
- Research Organization:
- Hawker Siddeley Nuclear Power Co., Ltd., London
- NSA Number:
- NSA-14-009218
- OSTI ID:
- 4165087
- Journal Information:
- Hawker Siddeley Tech. J., Journal Name: Hawker Siddeley Tech. J. Vol. Vol: No. 3
- Country of Publication:
- Country unknown/Code not available
- Language:
- English
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