Radiation shielding calculations for the vista spacecraft

Sahin, S; Sahin, HACI; Acir, A

doi:10.1016/j.enconman.2004.12.011

Radiation shielding calculations for the vista spacecraft

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Sahin S., Sahin H. M., Acir A.

ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT, vol.46, pp.2345-2358, 2005 (SCI-Expanded)

Publication Type: Article / Article
Volume: 46
Publication Date: 2005
Doi Number: 10.1016/j.enconman.2004.12.011
Journal Name: ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT
Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
Page Numbers: pp.2345-2358
Gazi University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

The VISTA spacecraft design concept has been proposed for manned or heavy cargo deep space missions beyond earth orbit with inertial fusion energy propulsion. Rocket propulsion is provided by fusion power deposited in the inertial confined fuel pellet debris and with the help of a magnetic nozzle.