The nuclear reactors that could power bases on the Moon

Simon Middleburgh

School of Computer Science & Engineering

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Astronauts living on the Moon will need lots of power – but they can't take fuel supplies with them. A new generation of miniature nuclear reactors could be the answer. By Sue Nelson

Period	18 Apr 2024

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Title	The nuclear reactors that could power bases on the Moon
Degree of recognition	International
Media name/outlet	BBC
Media type	Web
Country/Territory	United Kingdom
Date	18/04/24
Description	Astronauts living on the Moon will need lots of power – but they can't take fuel supplies with them. A new generation of miniature nuclear reactors could be the answer.
Producer/Author	Sue Nelson
URL	https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20240417-the-nuclear-reactors-that-could-power-moon-bases
Persons	Simon Middleburgh

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