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This document proposes a mission to Pluto using nuclear thermal propulsion. It describes two options: 1) Direct trajectory with no gravity assists, arriving in 12 years. 2) Hybrid nuclear thermal/electric propulsion system to reduce trip time, but requiring more development and propellant. A bi-modal nuclear engine could provide high-thrust burns for planetary flybys, orbit insertion, and landing, as well as generate electricity for ion propulsion. In-situ water ice on Pluto could be electrolyzed to produce

Author

Chandra Harsha

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EN