To: BenLurkin
Will it use steam turbines?
They have to convert heat to mechanical energy...then electrical energy.
Any guesses?
7 posted on
11/16/2020 7:48:18 PM PST by
Mariner
(War Criminal #18)
To: Mariner
A gas turbine with a closed cycle might be easier on the moon.
8 posted on
11/16/2020 7:50:22 PM PST by
Fai Mao
(There is no justice until PIAPPS is hanging from a gallows.)
To: Mariner
“Will it use steam turbines?”
I’d bet liquid metal cooled.
10 posted on
11/16/2020 7:52:50 PM PST by
calenel
(Tree of Liberty is thirsty.)
To: Mariner
Already been a couple of fission power plants in orbit. Granted, not high efficiency, but multi-kilowatt electrical level.
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