SNAP (Space Nuclear Auxiliary Power) Reactor Overview

Abstract

The SNAP reactor programs are outlined in this report. A summary of the program is included along with a technical outline of the SER, S2DR, SNAP 10A/SNAPSHOT, S8ER, and S8DR reactor systems. Specifications of the designs, the design logic and a conclusion outlining some of the program weaknesses are given.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1984
Accession Number
ADA146831

Entities

People

  • Susan S. Voss

Organizations

  • Air Force Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Satellites
  • Brushless Dc Motors
  • Congress
  • Engineers
  • Failure Mode And Effect Analysis
  • Fast Reactors
  • Materials
  • Materials Testing
  • Measurement
  • Nuclear Energy
  • Nuclear Reactors
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Facilities
  • United States
  • United States Government
  • Voltage Regulators

Readers

  • Aerospace Test and Evaluation
  • Electrical Engineering

Technology Areas

  • Space