Small Spacecraft Technology
Alpha/Betavoltaic Power Sources
Project Description
NASA OCT requested researchers at GRC and ARC to assess the potential of small power supplies based on direct conversion of energy from radioisotope sources for future NASA Missions.
More »Anticipated Benefits
Potential of small radioisotope sourcess as amplifying and or enabling technology for power source
More »Primary U.S. Work Locations and Key Partners
| Organizations Performing Work | Role | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Ames Research Center
(ARC)
|
Lead Organization | NASA Center | Moffett Field, California |
Glenn Research Center
(GRC)
|
Supporting Organization | NASA Center | Cleveland, Ohio |
Primary U.S. Work Locations
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California
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Ohio
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