The technology of discovery radioisotope thermoelectric generators and thermoelectric technologies for space exploration
"Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generators (RTGs) produce continuous, quiet electrical power for spacecraft exploring our solar system and the space beyond. These generators use thermoelectric technologies to convert heat produced by the natural decay of radioisotopes into electrical power. Two le...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Hoboken, NJ
Wiley
2023
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| Collection: | O'Reilly - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
| Summary: | "Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generators (RTGs) produce continuous, quiet electrical power for spacecraft exploring our solar system and the space beyond. These generators use thermoelectric technologies to convert heat produced by the natural decay of radioisotopes into electrical power. Two leading thermoelectric material systems have emerged as contenders to supplant currently available thermoelectric materials. Each is at a differing level of readiness for flight. Both are poised to emerge from the laboratory and be brought to production for newer, potentially more powerful RTGs. This should enable spacecraft and mission designers to save on mass and radioisotope fuel consumption. In addition, one of the technologies is so efficient and powerful as to enable new mission types."-- |
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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource |
| ISBN: | 1119811384 1119811392 9781119811381 9781119811398 9781119811374 1119811376 |