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The New Space Race: Nuclear Power on the Moon
Over the next decade, deploying small fission reactors on the lunar surface is becoming a real priority for major space-faring nations. The extreme environment of the Moon—with its long nights, severe temperature swings and lack of atmosphere—renders purely solar-based power systems problematic. A compact nuclear plant offers the promise of continuous, reliable power to support […]