Using nuclear propulsion systems for space missions has been researched for decades. But invigorated by new Mars missions for humans and the 2020 NSP, nuclear (thermal and electric) propulsion is getting lots of attention and research funding. In this episode listen to Aerospace expert Greg Meholic talk to Michael Houts, Nuclear Research Manager for the NASA Marshall Space Flight Center.

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