Douglas Stetson
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The rationale and requirements for space nuclear propulsion (SNP) are outlined. Some specific nuclear electric propulsion requirements for planned planetary missions and low-power missions are given.
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The rationale and requirements for space nuclear propulsion (SNP) are outlined. Some specific nuclear electric propulsion requirements for planned planetary missions and low-power missions are given.
Key concepts: Propulsion, Division (mathematics), Space (punctuation), Space exploration, Astrobiology, Solar System, In-space propulsion technologies, Aeronautics