The objectives of the 'fast track' lunar Nuclear Thermal Rocket (NTR) analysis are to quantify necessary engine/stage characteristics to perform NASA's 'First Lunar Outpost' scenario and to assess the potential for evolution to Mars mission applications. By developing NTR/stage technologies for use in NASA's 'First Lunar Outpost' scenario, NASA will make a major down payment on the key components needed for the follow-on Mars Space Transportation System. A faster, cheaper approach to overall lunar/Mars exploration is expected.
Fast track lunar NTR systems assessment for the First Lunar Outpost and its evolvability to Mars
1992-01-01
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Keine Angabe
Englisch
British Library Conference Proceedings | 1993
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