Chinese scientists claim a breakthrough with a nuclear fission engine for spacecraft that will cut journey times to Mars to 6 weeks.

Lugh · 9 months ago

Chinese scientists claim a breakthrough with a nuclear fission engine for spacecraft that will cut journey times to Mars to 6 weeks.

@JeeBaiChow · 9 months ago

Maybe not - the additional weight (maybe asditional fuel pellets) could be offset by the benefits, mars-side. E.g. If it can be integrated into the lander component, it can power a settlement or some experiments, at the very least. If left in orbit, it can also power a medium/ long term communications satellite for a while too.

Chinese scientists claim a breakthrough with a nuclear fission engine for spacecraft that will cut journey times to Mars to 6 weeks.

Chinese scientists claim a breakthrough with a nuclear fission engine for spacecraft that will cut journey times to Mars to 6 weeks.

China tests nuclear-powered 'shrinkable' engine for Mars spaceship - Interesting Engineering