Human exploration of space and power development

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Oct 1991

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IAF, International Astronautical Congress, 42nd, Montreal, Canada, Oct. 5-11, 1991. 6 p.

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Geosynchronous Orbits, Lunar Bases, Satellite Power Transmission, Satellite Solar Energy Conversion, Solar Power Satellites, Heavy Lift Launch Vehicles, Lunar Exploration, Mars (Planet), Nuclear Fuels, Nuclear Reactors, Orbit Transfer Vehicles

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Reasons for mounting the Space Exploration Initiative, the variables facing U.S. planners, and the developmental technologies that will be needed to support this initiative are discussed. The three more advanced technological approaches in the field of power generation described include a lunar-based solar power system, a geosynchronous-based earth orbit solar power satellite system, and the utilization of helium-3/deuterium fusion reaction to create a nuclear fuel cycle. It is noted that the major elements of the SEI will include a heavy-lift launch vehicle, a transfer vehicle and a descent/ascent vehicle for use on lunar missions and adaptable to Mars exploration.

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