Engineering details are presented for a magnetized target fusion (MTF) propulsion system designed to support crewed missions to the outer solar system. Basic operation of an MTF propulsion system is introduced. Structural, thermal, radiation-management and electrical design details are presented. The propellant storage and supply system design is also presented. A propulsion system mass estimate and associated performance figures are given. The advantages of helium-3 as a fusion fuel for an advanced MTF system are discussed.


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    Title :

    Engineering of the Magnetized Target Fusion Propulsion System


    Contributors:
    Statham, G. (author) / White, S. (author) / Adams, R. B. (author) / Thio, Y. C. F. (author) / Santarius, J. (author) / Alexander, R. (author) / Chapman, J. (author) / Fincher, S. (author) / Philips, A. (author) / Polsgrove, T. (author)

    Conference:

    Space Technology and Applications International Forum (STAIF) ; 2003 ; Albuquerque, NM, United States


    Publication date :

    2003-02-02


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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