Nuclear power: Now more than ever, or never?

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NASA's Prometheus space nuclear agenda was intended to provide nuclear electric power, surface hardware for Moon and Mars human outposts and nuclear thermal propulsion. NASA is promoting the use of nuclear power in space to further enhance the manned exploration the Solar System, but it will be as challenging as the technology that it hopes to harness.

United States, Management dynamics, Space Research and Technology, Natl Aeronautics & Space Admin, Technology application, Company business management, United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration

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Getting a solid boost

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The National Research Council has placed stringent measures on the design and building of the Advanced Solid Rocket Motor. The advanced motors will replace the current models and will provide safety, quality and reliability.

Laws, regulations and rules, Design and construction, National Research Council, United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Advanced Solid Rocket Motor Program

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Used space program for sale?

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The Soviet Union's Mir space station is the result of decades of investment, and R&D. However, the Soviets may need to consider selling the expensive-to-operate station to raise badly needed hard currency.

Political aspects, Soviet Union, Mir (Space station)

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