NASA NTRS · 19860036005
Liquid metal cooled reactors for space power applications
Abstract
The technology basis for evaluation of liquid metal cooled space reactors is summarized. Requirements for space nuclear power which are relevant to selection of the reactor subsystem are then reviewed. The attributes of liquid metal cooled reactors are considered in relation to these requirements in the areas of liquid metal properties, neutron spectrum characteristics, and fuel form. Key features of typical reactor designs are illustrated. It is concluded that liquid metal cooled fast spectrum reactors provide a high confidence, flexible option for meeting requirements for SP-100 and beyond.
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Bailey, S., Vaidyanathan, S., Van Hoomissen, J.. 1985-01-01. Liquid metal cooled reactors for space power applications. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19860036005
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