To the End of the Solar System: The Story of the Nuclear Rocket: The Story of the Nuclear Rocket: Second Edition (Apogee Books Space Series) - Softcover

Jargon-free and ideal for scientists and laypersons alike, this study is a comprehensive history and analysis of nuclear rocket propulsion systems. Detailing a two-decade periodspanning the 1950s through parts of the 1970sby profiling the U.S. governments Rover and NERVA programs, a complete history of the development of nuclear propulsion capabilities for space exploration is provided. Eyeing future possibilities, this reference identifies the technological requirements necessary to perform the deep space missions now being planned by NASA and presents a discussion on the political and social issues surrounding nuclear rocket development.