Lockheed Martin to give NASA, Pentagon nuclear-powered rocket for Mars by 2027

Lockheed Martin has officially been selected to oversee the design, construction, and testing of a new nuclear-powered rocket for DARPA and NASA.

collaborated on the DRACO initiative to improve the progress of nuclear thermal rocket technology, which aligns with the goals of both agencies. For NASA, nuclear propulsion is a significant capability required for crewed missions to Mars.

Compared to traditional chemical rockets, this type of rocket can be more than twice as efficient, requiring less propellant and allowing for a greater amount of scientific equipment to be carried. Additionally, a nuclear-powered rocket would provide more power for communication systems and scientific instruments.

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