Power supply design for unmanned electric propulsion missions to outer planets utilizes a store of curium-244 in compact array of capsules as energy source. Supply subassemblies are: heat source, converter equipment which supplies power, and safety equipment. System is designed for a 72,000 hour mission.


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    Title :

    Radioisotope thermionic power supply for spacecraft


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    Publication date :

    1972-05-01


    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


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    No indication


    Language :

    English




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