Nasa Nuclear Thermal Rocket Engine

Unlocking the Power of Nuclear Thermal Rocket Engines

NASA and the U.S. military plan to test a nuclear-powered rocket engine in space as early as 2027.

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The two agencies will work on a nuclear thermal propulsion system.

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Technology NASA wants to use to send humans to Mars in the late 2030.

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It is an advanced rocket engine design that could revolutionize.

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How future rocket propulsion systems are built, according to the space agency.

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Using a nuclear thermal rocket allows for faster transit time, reducing risk for astronauts.

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Reducing transit time is a key component for human missions to Mars, as longer trips require more supplies and more robust systems.

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