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Nuclear Rockets Leaders In Space
Dr J M Levitt of the Franklin Institute describes civilian space efforts shifting toward a manned nuclear rocket system. Project Rover and the NERVA engine aim to fly a crewed vehicle, with trials expected 1966 or 1967. challenges include reactor heat, engine integration, and radiation shielding at launch sites. Harold E Finger heads the joint AEC NASA team conducting tests.
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J. M. Levitt
Fels Planetarium
Franklin Institute
Shepard
Civilian
Space Agency
Saturn
Project Rover
Nerva
Harold Ritchey
American Rocket Society
Thiokol, Inc
House Space Committee
Thiokol
Rover
Talant
Allison
General Motors
Linde
General Features Corp