A Comparative Of Nuclear Technology And Direct Energy Conversion Methods For Space Power Systems
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Author | : Joseph Reason |
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Total Pages | : 104 |
Release | : 1997 |
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The objectives of this thesis are to investigate the theory of direct energy conversion, research the development of space nuclear power systems, evaluate the status of current systems, and draw conclusions about the feasibility and merit of using nuclear power for future space missions. Development of the earliest systems began in 1955 with the Systems for Nuclear Auxiliary Power (SNAP) Program and Project Rover. A detailed review of system design and performance is provided for the reactors and radioisotope thermoelectric generators (RTG's) of past and current programs. Thermoelectric and thermionic energy conversion techniques have been used predominantly in space nuclear power systems. The theory of these direct energy conversion methods is analyzed. Also, the safety review procedures and regulations governing the launch of nuclear sources into space are characterized. Conclusions compare accomplished levels of system performance to theoretically predicted limits and comment on the usefulness of space nuclear power for space applications.
Author | : Joseph P. Reason |
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Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 1997 |
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The objectives of this thesis are to investigate the theory of direct energy conversion, research the development of space nuclear power systems, evaluate the status of current systems, and draw conclusions about the feasibility and merit of using nuclear power for future space missions. Development of the earliest systems began in 1955 with the Systems for Nuclear Auxiliary Power (SNAP) Program and Project Rover. A detailed review of system design and performance is provided for the reactors and radioisotope thermoelectric generators (RTG's) of past and current programs. Thermoelectric and thermionic energy conversion techniques have been used predominantly in space nuclear power systems. The theory of these direct energy conversion methods is analyzed. Also, the safety review procedures and regulations governing the launch of nuclear sources into space are characterized. Conclusions compare accomplished levels of system performance to theoretically predicted limits and comment on the usefulness of space nuclear power for space applications.
Author | : Sidney F. Lanier |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 68 |
Release | : 1963 |
Genre | : Direct energy conversion |
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Author | : Lee S. Mason |
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Total Pages | : 14 |
Release | : 2019 |
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Author | : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science and Technology. Subcommittee on Energy Research and Production |
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Total Pages | : 20 |
Release | : 1986 |
Genre | : Nuclear power plants |
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Author | : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science and Technology. Subcommittee on Energy Research and Production |
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Total Pages | : 596 |
Release | : 1986 |
Genre | : Nuclear energy |
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Author | : Andrea M. Mitofsky |
Publisher | : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform |
Total Pages | : 384 |
Release | : 2018-08-25 |
Genre | : Direct energy conversion |
ISBN | : 9781725864429 |
Direct Energy Conversion discusses both the physics behind energy conversion processes and a wide variety of energy conversion devices. A direct energy conversion process converts one form of energy to another through a single process. The first half of this book surveys multiple devices that convert to or from electricity including piezoelectric devices, antennas, solar cells, light emitting diodes, lasers, thermoelectric devices, and batteries. In these chapters, physical effects are discussed, terminology used by engineers in the discipline is introduced, and insights into material selection is studied. The second part of this book puts concepts of energy conversion in a more abstract framework. These chapters introduce the idea of calculus of variations and illuminate relationships between energy conversion processes.This peer-reviewed book is used for a junior level electrical engineering class at Trine University. However, it is intended not just for electrical engineers. Direct energy conversion is a fascinating topic because it does not fit neatly into a single discipline. This book also should be of interest to physicists, chemists, mechanical engineers, and other researchers interested in an introduction to the energy conversion devices studied by scientists and engineers in other disciplines.
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Total Pages | : 236 |
Release | : 1961 |
Genre | : Direct energy conversion |
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Author | : Nathan Snyder |
Publisher | : Elsevier |
Total Pages | : 798 |
Release | : 2012-12-02 |
Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
ISBN | : 0323142486 |
Progress in Astronautics and Rocketry, Volume 3: Energy Conversion for Space Power focuses on the use of dependable electric power sources on space vehicles. Composed of various literature, the book first discusses the physics of thermoelectricity, thermoelectric generator of materials, the use of semiconductors in thermoelectric conversion, and the use of high temperature thermoelectric materials for power generation. The text also presents experiments on the effect of irradiation on thermoelectric materials, thermoelectric elements in space power systems, and thermionics. The book then describes photovoltaic effect and conversion of solar energy; trends in silicon solar cell technology; the use of silicon solar cells in energy conversion; and how radiation affects solar cell power systems. The text notes the specifications of batteries if used in communications satellites; the use of positive-displacement engines and turbines on cryogenic power systems; and the characteristics of magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) generators in space power conversion. The book is a good source of information for readers and scientists wanting to explore the potential of energy conversion in space power technology.
Author | : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Science and Technology. Subcommittee on Energy Research and Production |
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Total Pages | : 312 |
Release | : 1983 |
Genre | : Government publications |
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