NASA Unveils Nuclear Fuel Stronger Than Plutonium and Scientists Say “We’re Entering a New Age of Space Dominance”

NASA Unveils Nuclear Fuel Stronger Than Plutonium and Scientists Say “We’re Entering a New Age of Space Dominance”

IN A NUTSHELL 🚀 NASA is testing a new nuclear fuel, americium-241, that could revolutionize deep space exploration. 🔋 The Stirling generator design allows for continuous operation with minimal wear, even in the event of a convertor failure. 🌌 With a half-life of 432 years, americium-241 presents a viable alternative to plutonium-238, promising longer-lasting power. [...]