The US government is taking a serious step toward space-based nuclear propulsion

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The US government is taking a serious step toward space-based nuclear propulsion

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From Ars Technica:
“… NASA announced Wednesday that it is partnering with the US Department of Defense to launch a nuclear-powered rocket engine into space as early as 2027. The US space agency will invest about $300 million in the project to develop a next-generation propulsion system for in-space transportation. …”

https://arstechnica.com/space/2023/07/n ... our-years/

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Re: The US government is taking a serious step toward space-based nuclear propulsion

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"20 Kelvin to 2,700 Kelvin in less than a second."

I bet that's a sight to see!

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Pretty amazing. I hope it comes to fruition.
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