| タイトル | Evolutionary use of nuclear electric propulsion |
| 著者（英） | Hack, K. J.; George, J. A.; Riehl, J. P.; Gilland, J. H. |
| 著者所属（英） | Sverdrup Technology, Inc.; NASA Lewis Research Center |
| 発行日 | 1990-09-01 |
| 言語 | eng |
| 内容記述 | Evolving new propulsion technologies through a rational and conscious effort to minimize development costs and program risks while maximizing the performance benefits is intuitively practical. A phased approach to the evolution of nuclear electric propulsion from use on planetary probes, to lunar cargo vehicles, and finally to manned Mars missions with a concomitant growth in technology is considered. Technology levels and system component makeup are discussed for nuclear power systems and both ion and magnetoplasmadynamic thrusters. Mission scenarios are described, which include analysis of a probe to Pluto, a lunar cargo mission, Martian split, all-up, and quick-trip mission options. Evolutionary progression of the use of NEP in such missions is discussed. |
| NASA分類 | SPACECRAFT PROPULSION AND POWER |
| レポートNO | 91A10174
AIAA PAPER 90-3821 |
| 権利 | Copyright |
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