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Investigate the potential for the use of a nuclear fuel source for aircraft propulsion: If anybody have related document and ideas please post it
mathman said:About fifty years ago there was a major research program to develop a nuclear powered airplane. The problem of shielding was too big and the program eventually died.
Astronuc said:Note that commercial nuclear power for ships was also abandoned,
True, but they are Naval or Coast Guard I believe. I was referring to Civilian Maritime, rather than Naval vessels.QuantumPion said:Actually Russia still has something like half a dozen nuclear-powered icebreakers.
Is that a valid concern in your view, given the creation of a civilian maritime nuclear vessel?Astronuc said:True, but they are Naval or Coast Guard I believe. I was referring to Civilian Maritime, rather than Naval vessels.
Naval vessels are normally capable of defending themselves against highjacking. It's a security, safety and proliferation concern.
Nuclear fuel for aircraft is a type of fuel that uses nuclear energy to power an aircraft. It is a highly advanced and experimental technology that is still in the development stage.
Nuclear fuel for aircraft works by using a nuclear reactor to heat liquid hydrogen, which then expands and flows through a turbine to produce thrust. The nuclear reactor is powered by nuclear fission, where atoms are split to release energy.
The main advantage of using nuclear fuel for aircraft is its potential for long-distance and high-speed flight. It also has a higher energy density compared to traditional fossil fuels, meaning it can provide more power with less weight. Additionally, nuclear fuel does not produce carbon emissions, making it a more environmentally friendly option.
One of the main challenges is the development of a compact and safe nuclear reactor that can fit inside an aircraft. There are also concerns about the potential for nuclear accidents and the safe disposal of nuclear waste. Additionally, the cost of developing and implementing this technology may be a significant barrier.
No, nuclear fuel for aircraft is still in the development stage and has not been approved for use in commercial flights. There have been some experimental flights using nuclear-powered engines, but it is not yet a widely used technology in the aviation industry.