This paper reports a study of efficient structures for connecting various elements of Nuclear Electric Propulsion (NEP) vehicles. The design requirements for the structure are discussed and a truss beam is selected for the application. Evaluation of stiffness and weight indicate that the required structure is less than 5 percent of the dry weight of the vehicle.
Design of structures for Nuclear Electric Propulsion vehicles
1993-01-01
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Keine Angabe
Englisch
Electric propulsion of vehicles
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