Atomic power in space: A history
''Atomic Power in Space,'' a history of the Space Isotope Power Program of the United States, covers the period from the program's inception in the mid-1950s through 1982. Written in non-technical language, the history is addressed to both the general public and those more specialized in nuclear and space technologies. 19 figs., 3 tabs.
- Research Organization:
- Planning and Human Systems, Inc., Washington, DC (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC01-83NE32117
- OSTI ID:
- 6427889
- Report Number(s):
- DOE/NE/32117-H1; ON: DE87010618
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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