Advanced In-Space Propulsion
Research, development, design, testing and evaluation of propulsion technologies, such as nuclear propulsion, and space power generation systems to dramatically improve every aspect of in-space propulsion are involved in this area of engineering. Specialty knowledge also includes specific technologies such as nuclear propulsion, high powered electrical, solar voltaic, fuel cells, solar dynamic, and propellantless propulsion such as electrodynamic tethers and beamed energy.
NASA Centers that are focused on In-Space Propulsion:
- Glenn Research Center (GRC), Cleveland, Ohio
- Johnson Space Center (JSC), Houston, Texas
- Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), Huntsville, Alabama
- Stennis Space Center (SSC), Mississippi
Related Links:
- In-Space Propulsion Technology Overview
- Advanced Space Propulsion Laboratory
- Advanced Space Propulsion Laboratory - Propulsion
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