Schematic diagram of space nuclear power generation (IMAGE)
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Stirling engines, with their high conversion efficiency and excellent adaptability to various heat sources, show significant promise in the nuclear energy sector. This is particularly true for applications requiring compact, high-efficiency solutions like space nuclear power systems and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs). In the realm of heat pipe reactors specifically, the combination of heat pipes and Stirling engines is considered a highly promising solution for space nuclear power and has received focused development.
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Wen-Pei Feng
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