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Nuclear Science: Challenges Facing Space Reactor Power Systems Development

RCED-88-23 Published: Dec 02, 1987. Publicly Released: Jan 04, 1988.
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In response to a congressional request, GAO provided information on the Department of Energy's (DOE) space nuclear development programs, specifically: (1) management and coordination among the sponsoring organizations; and (2) safety-related tasks associated with DOE program activities.

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Aerospace engineeringAerospace researchEnergy researchNuclear energyNuclear powerplantsNuclear reactorsSatellitesSpace explorationSystems designNuclear power