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THE SNAP II POWER CONVERSION SYSTEM TOPICAL REPORT NO. 15. CRU DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/4709935· OSTI ID:4709935

SNAP II is the designation for a 3-kw nuclear auxiliary power untt to be used in a satellite vehicle. This system consists of a reactor heat source, a mercury Rankine engine and an alternator. The alternator, mercury pump, turbine, and reactor coolant pump are mounted on a common shaft supported by mercury lubricated bearings. Design details and test results concerning the combined rotating unit (CRU) development are described. (auth)

Research Organization:
TAPCO. Div. of Thompson Ramo Wooldridge Inc., Cleveland
NSA Number:
NSA-17-011986
OSTI ID:
4709935
Report Number(s):
NAA-SR-6307; TRW-ER-4108
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English