Space reactor electric systems: system integration studies, Phase 1 report
This report presents the results of preliminary space reactor electric system integration studies performed by Rockwell International's Energy Systems Group (ESG). The preliminary studies investigated a broad range of reactor electric system concepts for powers of 25 and 100 KWe. The purpose of the studies was to provide timely system information of suitable accuracy to support ongoing mission planning activities. The preliminary system studies were performed by assembling the five different subsystems that are used in a system: the reactor, the shielding, the primary heat transport, the power conversion-processing, and the heat rejection subsystems. The subsystem data in this report were largely based on Rockwell's recently prepared Subsystem Technology Assessment Report. Nine generic types of reactor subsystems were used in these system studies. Several levels of technology were used for each type of reactor subsystem. Seven generic types of power conversion-processing subsystems were used, and several levels of technology were again used for each type. In addition, various types and levels of technology were used for the shielding, primary heat transport, and heat rejection subsystems. A total of 60 systems were studied.
- Research Organization:
- Rockwell International Corp., Canoga Park, CA (United States). Energy Systems Group
- DOE Contract Number:
- AT03-82SF11687
- OSTI ID:
- 6195918
- Report Number(s):
- ESG-DOE-13399; ON: DE83010531
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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