Induced nuclear reactions: processes – systems – and elements – Combined – With propulsion means
Patent
1992-06-08
1994-02-22
Walsh, Donald P.
Induced nuclear reactions: processes, systems, and elements
Combined
With propulsion means
376223, 376375, 376381, 376382, 376387, 376397, 376430, 376909, G21D 506
Patent
active
052895122
ABSTRACT:
A nuclear propulsion reactor. A reactor vessel is provided with an annular first core and a cylindrical second core that is radially encompassed by the first core. Nuclear fuel elements in the first core provide first stage heating of propellant as they direct the propellant axially through the first core. The second core, which contains fissionable material in a highly refractory form, is in fluid communication with the first core for receiving the heated propellant. Fission reactions in the second core driven by leakage neutrons from the first core provide second stage heating of the propellant as it passes therethrough. The second core directs the coolant to a propellant nozzle for providing propulsive thrust.
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Carroll Chrisman D.
Edwards Robert J.
LaHaye D. Neil
The Babcock & Wilcox Company
Walsh Donald P.
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