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Accession Number:

AD1185488

Title:

Nuclear-Powered Flight. Chapter 1: Introduction and Summary

Author(s):

• Ruark, Arthur E
• Beer, A. C.
• Bonney, E. A.
• Carlton, George
• Cook, J. E.
• Gamow, George
• Kershner, R. B.
• Lemmon, A. W.
• McClure, F. T.
• Meyer, C. F.
• Porter, H. H.
• Roberts, R. B.
• Silverman, Shirleigh
• Smith, N. M. Jr
• Swartz, C. E.
• Van Allen, J. A.
• Vicars, R. J.

Author Organization(s):

• JOHNS HOPKINS UNIV LAUREL MD

Report Date:

1947-01-14

Abstract:

This report considers the use of nuclear power for supersonic jet propelled missiles, and airplanes operating in the high subsonic range. Nuclear satellite and escape rockets are also briefly discussed. In all cases comparison is made missiles using conventional fuel to accomplish a comparable task. A payload of 12, 000 pounds in the form of a sphere six feet in diameter is assumed. In the case of rockets, a range of 5,000 miles is assumed, for the most part. From the standpoint of aerodynamic and propulsive design, it is not necessary to state a range for missiles flying in the upper atmosphere and carrying no oxygen, because the range is limited only by fa8ilure of nuclear reactor.

Document Type:

Conference:

Journal:

Pages:

38

File Size:

0.09MB

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Identifiers:

• supersonic jet propelled missiles

SubjectCategory:

• Propulsion, Engines and Fuels
• Aviation Technology

Communities of Interest:

• Space

Distribution Statement:

Approved For Public Release

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