Introduction to Space Nuclear Power

NE 468 / 568 (3)

Introduction to design and mass optimization of Space Power Systems, passive and active energy conversion systems and design of RTG’s, radiation shield, heat pipe theory, design and applications, advanced radiators, TE-EM pumps and orbital lifetime calculations and safety.

Prerequisite: 231 and 311.

Restriction: admitted to School of Engineering.

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Prerequisites / Corequisites

Principles of Nuclear Engineering - NE 231


Introduction to Transport Phenomena - NE 311



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