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NASA NTRS · 19920000209

Mathematical Modeling Of A Nuclear/Thermionic Power Source

Abstract

Report discusses mathematical modeling to predict performance and lifetime of spacecraft power source that is integrated combination of nuclear-fission reactor and thermionic converters. Details of nuclear reaction, thermal conditions in core, and thermionic performance combined with model of swelling of fuel.

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Vandersande, Jan W., Ewell, Richard C.. 1992-04-01. Mathematical Modeling Of A Nuclear/Thermionic Power Source. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19920000209

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