Generic Magnetic Fusion Rocket Model

Generic Magnetic Fusion Rocket Model

A generic magnetic fusion rocket model is developed and used to explore the limits of magnetic fusion propulsion systems. Two fusion fuels are examined, D-T and D-(He-3), and the D-(He-3) fuel cycle is predicted to give a higher specific power for optimized parameters. Other findings are that magnet...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of propulsion and power 1998-07, Vol.14 (4), p.519-524
Hauptverfasser: Santarius, John F, Logan, B. Grant
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
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Mathematical models
Nuclear propulsion
Optimization
Parameter estimation
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Zusammenfassung:A generic magnetic fusion rocket model is developed and used to explore the limits of magnetic fusion propulsion systems. Two fusion fuels are examined, D-T and D-(He-3), and the D-(He-3) fuel cycle is predicted to give a higher specific power for optimized parameters. Other findings are that magnetic fusion should ultimately be able to deliver specific powers of 410 kW/kg and that specific powers of 1-5 kWt/kg should be achievable with only modest extrapolations of present technology. (Author)
ISSN:0748-4658
1533-3876
DOI:10.2514/2.5308