Space nuclear propulsion can support longer missions and make U.S. satellites more resilient and maneuverable.
nuclear thermal propulsion
Maturing nuclear thermal propulsion to maneuver satellites out of the way of attacks could also keep the U.S. apace with Chinese and Russian advancements, according to a new paper. In the policy paper “Maneuver Warfare in Space: The Strategic Mandate for Nuclear Propulsion,” the Mitchell ...
