NASA's Moon Nuclear Reactor Plan: A New Era in Space Exploration
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NASA plans to launch a nuclear reactor to the moon by 2030 to support future human bases, addressing the limitations of solar power during lunar nights. The reactor would generate around 100 kilowatts, similar to Earth reactors but adapted for the moon's environment, with safety measures to prevent environmental contamination. The project faces challenges including high costs, technical hurdles, and geopolitical competition, but aims to establish U.S. leadership in lunar exploration.
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