delivering nuclear solutions for america’s energy challenges · – corrosion resistant –...
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1 Delivering Nuclear Solutions for
America’s Energy Challenges
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Multi-Mission Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generator (MMRTG)
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Key Safety Features of Radioisotope Power Systems
• Ceramic Fuel – Very Low Vaporization Rate – Generation of Respirable
Fines Minimized – Highly Insoluble
• Iridium Clad – Fuel Containment – Impact Protection – Corrosion Resistant – Material Compatibility – High Melting Point (2400 °C)
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Key Safety Features of Radioisotope Power Systems
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• Explosive Over Pressure Test • Fragment Projectile Test • Drop Test • Solid Propellant Fire Test • Bare Clad Impact Test • General Purpose Heat Source Impact Test • Large Fragment Test • Flyer Plate Test • RTG End-on Impact Test • Iridium Ductility Test • Solid Propellant Fire Characterization test
RPS Safety Testing